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In Cambridge, IL, a homeowner reached out to us following a month of relentless rainfall that resulted in her basement flooding. Concerned about further damage and eager for a long-term solution, she looked for a way to ensure water intrusion would become a thing of the past. When she called, our Customer Care Representative promptly arranges for a System Design Specialist to visit her home. After a thorough inspection, it became clear that a comprehensive waterproofing system was the way forward. We recommended installing our WaterGuard drainage system, CleanSpace vapor barrier, and our reliable TripleSafe sump pump. Our production team got to work, starting with the WaterGuard system. This sub-floor perimeter drainage solution, designed to collect water from the walls and floor edges, was discreetly installed beneath a fresh layer of concrete, remaining practically invisible. Next, we utilized CleanSpace, a sturdy liner used to encapsulate the walls, providing a robust barrier against moisture and mold growth. The TripleSafe sump pump was then installed, ensuring optimal water management even in the most demanding weather conditions, with its super-efficient design allowing it to handle heavy water influx and continue operation during power outages with its battery-powered backup. The job was completed efficiently with minimal disruption, and the outcome was a basement that was left clean, dry, and ready for any potential use. The homeowner gained peace of mind knowing that her basement's water problems had been addressed with dependable and proven solutions. At MidAmerica Basement Systems, safeguarding homes from water damage is our priority, and cases like this one remind us why our 35+ years of experience make a difference.  

Water was coming in from the base of the foundation walls in Carl’s basement. He didn’t know how to fix the issue to have the water reach his sump pump before it surfaced. His neighbor had mentioned the drainage system offered by MidAmerica Basement Systems and reached out. Crewmen installed WaterGuard around the perimeter of his basement foundation. WaterGuard is a drainage system that collects water that is seeping into the foundation, and directs it to the sump pump before it can surface to the floor. Thanks to Carl’s neighbor’s insight, his water surfacing issues were properly addressed, leaving his basement dry.

Shirley was having issues with her sump pump failing during power outages, leaving her basement a swimming pool. She reached out the MidAmerica Basement Systems to have a new system installed. During her sump pump replacement, specialists installed a new TripleSafe sump, which includes three pump system. The first sump is the primary sump that properly discharges water that has entered her home. If the primary sump was to ever fall behind on discharging the water, the secondary sump kicks in to help the primary pump. The third pump is a battery back-up pump that preforms when it is needed the most: during power outages. The TripleSafe has brought Shirley ease and comfort knowing that no matter what storm approaches, she will have a dry basement, even storms that produce power outages.