Photo Album: Basement Flood Repair in West Newbury, MA

In the scenic township of West Newbury, MA, a local homeowner faced a challenging predicament. Their basement, initially intended as a storage and leisure space, was persistently flooded, making it unusable and causing worry about potential property damage and health concerns owing to mold. Understanding they couldn’t tackle this issue alone, they reached out to us at Erickson Foundation Solutions, seeking a permanent fix. Our journey began with a crucial step: an in-depth home inspection carried out by our dedicated System Design Specialist, George Gouthier. The goal was clear —To thoroughly understand the root cause of the flooding and craft a tailored, effective solution. After a comprehensive site evaluation, we recommended an unbeatable trio for a dry, safe basement: the installation of WaterGuard for efficient interior drainage, a TripleSafe Sump Pump to handle even the extremes of water inflow, and IceGuard to protect against freezing during the colder months. Confident in our proposed fix, the homeowner eagerly greenlit the project. Our installation team, comprising skilled foreman Ryan Champagne and diligent installers, swung into action equipped with expertise and empathy. We commenced by strategically positioning the WaterGuard system at the basement's perimeter to intercept water and channel it away. Next, we installed the TripleSafe Sump Pump, ensuring that even in the case of the heaviest rains or a power outage, the basement would remain dry. Finally, IceGuard was set up to allow water discharge away from the foundation, irrespective of freezing conditions, guaranteeing peace of mind all year round. Post-installation, perhaps what resonated most wasn’t just the immediate transformation of the space or the reassured smiles on the homeowner’s faces, but the assurance that they now possessed a long-lasting solution.

Flooded Basement

The homeowner experienced flooding in the basement, which left personal belongings and the foundation at risk of damage and mold growth.

Perimeter of Basement Floor Chipped Out

Concrete was removed from along the foundation walls to create space for the WaterGuard system installation.

Perimeter Drainage Set in Crushed Stone

The WaterGuard system sits within crushed stone to ensure the correct flow of water to the sump pump after collection.

Basement Perimeter Drainage Finished Installation

Once the WaterGuard system has been tested, it is then secured in place with cement.

Preparing for Basement Surface Drainage

WaterGuard may not be feasible in certain areas, like behind an oil tank. To address this, our team removed concrete around the oil tank to implement TrenchDrain, our chosen surface drainage solution.

Surface Drainage Set in Stone

Like WaterGuard, the TrenchDrain system is installed amidst crushed stone. It connects to the WaterGuard system, forming a unified route for water to flow towards the sump pump.

TrenchDrain Surface Drainage Completed Installation

TrenchDrain is embedded into the foundation to collect surface water and distribute water captured by the WaterGuard system.

Perimeter Drainage Connected to Sump Pump

WaterGuard is linked to the sump basin, ensuring that when water flows into the basin, the TripleSafe system efficiently pumps it out of the house.

TripleSafe Sump Pump Components

Our TripleSafe sump pump system includes a primary, secondary, and battery-operated backup pump. The primary pump, positioned at the bottom of the basin, manages regular water levels. The secondary pump, located higher, activates during high water inflow. Finally, the battery-operated backup pump takes over if the first two fail, such as during a power outage.

TripleSafe Sump Pump Finished Installation

The TripleSafe sump pump system expels water from the home via a discharge line. With this multi-tiered approach, it ensures that water is kept at bay from the basement, maintaining its perpetual dryness.