MidAmerica Basements Systems Meets Comedy Sportz
The talented comedy troupe located in The District of Rock Island have been making families and groups laugh for over 2 decades, however the condition of the buildings basement is nothing to laugh at.
Visible Water Marks
The flooring of this basement has seen it's share of water intrusion as can be observed by the water marks.
Doorways Let in More Than Intended
Some doorways can pose interesting problems when trying to waterproof a space. Finding a system that will work for the gap between the door frame can be tricky...
Sump Problems
This old, decrepit sump pump has become useless in effectively keeping water out this basement.
Doorway Being Prepped
The doorway that was allowing water to enter the space is being prepped for TrenchDrain and WaterGuard installation.
TrenchDrain and Lateral from Door
The team installed a TrenchDrain between the gap of the door which then connects to the WaterGuard solving the issue of water coming in through the doorway. The lateral is constructed to further relieve hydrostatic pressure and direct water to the SuperSump.
WaterGuard
The experts at MidAmerica Basement Systems are professionally trained and so can manipulate certain products to ensure there are no gaps in the perimeter drainage system. This picture is a great example of the challenges the experts encounter and rise above.
CleanSpace and WaterGuard
CleanSpace is a thick, durable, strong material that can be fitted over rough surfaces such as old brick. The CleanSpace is tucked into the WaterGuard helping to direct wall leaks to the drainage system and then to the SuperSump. The liner itself has an additive that fights mold growth, and also acts as a vapor barrier making the space healthier.
The Stairway to Dry
The TrenchDrain is also great to direct water coming from the stairway to the WaterGuard drainage system.
Installing SuperSump, Constructing Lateral
Laterals are systems that are constructed to relieve hydrostatic pressure that is pushing against the foundation floor. The laterals are constructed to drain rising ground water to the local SuperSump pump.
Finished SuperSump
The SuperSump is a patented sump pumping system comes equipped with air tight lid and air tight drain that allows water to go down but does not allow water vapor to rise, CleanPump stand that keeps the system above debris, and the WaterWatch alarm system that activates when water is rising in the system.