The new system works with the existing sump pump.
The lateral drainage system is partially installed.
The newly installed lateral drainage system empties directly into the sump pump. The sump pump keeps water out of the basement.
The lateral drainage system is installed at all the lowest points of the basement where it is most effective.

Lateral Drains Installed in Cedar Rapids, IA Basement

Marvin and Jean B. of Cedar Rapids, IA had water creeping into their basement. They met with design specialist Bryan Nachazel to go over their options with MidAmerica Basement Systems. The solution Bryan designed for the basement added 35 feet of lateral drains to keep the basement dry. Needless to say, Marvin and Jean B. are happy with the dry basement, and the ease of the project.