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How to Waterproof a Basement | Ron Hazelton’s House Calls feat. Basement Systems
Like many homeowners across the US, Ron Hazelton had a flooding basement which kept him awake during heavy rain periods. The problem was so serious that after each storm he had to use a mop and a floor sucker to get rid of the rising waters.
After a particularly messy flooding episode, he decided that it was time to get the problem solved once and for all. He scoured the internet for companies providing state-of-the-art basement waterproofing solutions — and found Basement Systems.
Larry Janesky, the company’s owner, came to inspect Ron’s home. After a thorough evaluation, Larry was able to explain to Ron exactly what the problem was and what would be the perfect solution.
Like many others with similar problems, Ron’s basement was flooding because during heavy rains the ground around his house would oversaturate with water. Hydrostatic pressure would begin to build up and push water against the wall. Following the path of least resistance, the water would then find its way into the basement through its weakest spot: the joint between the foundation walls and floor.
More evidence of this problem was found all over the basement walls, in the form of efflorescence. Efflorescence is a chalky, powdery substance that builds up on basement walls when mineral-saturated water infiltrates the concrete and then evaporates into the basement, leaving these mineral salts behind.
The solution for this type of problem resides in relieving the hydrostatic pressure by installing an internal perimeter drainage system. The system intercepts water before it enters the basement, diverts it to a sump pump system, and then evacuates it out and as far away from the foundation as possible.
Larry and his crew at Basement Systems installed a full perimeter WaterGuard basement drainage system, and a TripleSafe sump pump system with two backup pumps, so that Ron can rest assured his basement will stay dry no matter how heavy the rains – and even in case of a power outage!
The unsightly, efflorescence stained walls were covered with BrightWall acrylic panels. These panels not only spruce up the look of the walls, they also act as a vapor barrier, and intercept any water coming through the concrete walls, diverting it to the perimeter drainage.
Ron can now enjoy peace of mind and sleep soundly through storms, knowing that his basement now has the best protection against flooding available in industry!
Basement Systems is the world’s leader in developing basement waterproofing, basement finishing and foundation repair solutions. With over 20 years of success and unparalleled expertise, award-winning products, outstanding quality in customer care, and a dealership network of over 300 dealers across the U.S., Canada, the U.K., and Ireland, there’s no better place to find the best solutions for basements, crawl spaces, and foundations.
Visit our website or call to locate a dealer near you and schedule your free, in-home inspection.
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Sump Pump Comparison
A comparison of sump pumps by Larry Janesky from Connecticut Basement Systems.
Concrete Repair
Raising Concrete Slabs | Alternative to Mudjacking | PolyLEVEL™ System by Foundation Supportworks.
Soil erosion and settlement often cause concrete slabs in patios, sidewalks and driveways to sink into the ground. This type of settlement isn’t just unsightly; it can also cause more damage and can be a safety hazard. Water tends to pool on sunken surfaces and unleveled floors cause a trip hazard.
Until now, the only solution available to repair sinking slabs was mudjacking, a process that involves drilling holes in the slab to inject a mixture of cement and mud underneath, to raise it back to level.
Foundation Supportworks, an industry leader in the development of foundation repair technologies and solutions, proudly introduces the most advanced alternative to mudjacking – the PolyLEVEL™ System.
The PolyLEVEL™ System is a state-of-the-art approach to repairing sinking concrete slabs. It combines the concept of mudjacking with the most advanced technology.
Instead of using a mix of mud and cement to raise the slab, PolyLEVEL™ utilizes high-density polyurethane specially engineered for this purpose.
The advantages of using PolyLEVEL™ over conventional mudjacking are many. PolyLEVEL™ is lighter than mud-cement mixes (4lbs per cubic yard opposed to concrete’s 120lbs). It will raise the slab without adding a lot of weight to it.
The expanding nature of the material allows it to penetrate crevices in the soil, completely filling the cavity and safely raising the slab to the desired level.
PolyLEVEL™ is also environmentally-friendly and made with recycled materials.
It can be installed in just one day, through smaller, penny-sized holes drilled in the concrete and just 5 minutes after installation you can walk or drive over the slab!
There is no need for extended periods of curing, as is the case with cement and mud compounds.
Legacy Supportworks is a foundation repair company serving Texas & Oklahoma with expert products and solutions you can trust. For more information about the PolyLEVEL™ System and how we can help level your sidewalk, garages, or concrete slabs, please call or contact us today!
Raising Commercial Concrete Slabs | PolyLEVEL™ by Foundation Supportworks.
Soil erosion and settlement often cause concrete slabs underneath warehouses, offices, runways, railroads, grain bins and roads to sink into the ground. This type of settlement isn’t just unsightly; it can also cause more damage and can be a safety hazard. Water tends to pool on sunken surfaces and unleveled floors cause a trip hazard.
Until now, the only solutions available to repair sinking slabs were slab replacement, diamond grinding and mudjacking.
Foundation Supportworks, an industry leader in the development of foundation repair technologies and solutions, proudly introduces the most advanced alternative to mudjacking – the PolyLEVEL™ System.
The PolyLEVEL™ System is a state-of-the-art approach to repairing sinking concrete slabs. It combines the concept of mudjacking with the most advanced technology.
Instead of using a mix of mud and cement to raise the slab, PolyLEVEL™ utilizes high-density polyurethane specially engineered for this purpose.
The advantages of using PolyLEVEL™ over conventional mudjacking are many. PolyLEVEL™ is lighter than mud-cement mixes (4lbs per cubic yard opposed to concrete’s 120lbs). It will raise the slab without adding a lot of weight to it.
The expanding nature of the material allows it to penetrate crevices in the soil, completely filling the cavity and safely raising the slab to the desired level.
PolyLEVEL™ is also environmentally-friendly and made with recycled materials.
It can be installed in just one day, through smaller, penny-sized holes drilled in the concrete and just 5 minutes after installation you can walk or drive over the slab!
There is no need for extended periods of curing, as is the case with cement and mud compounds.
Foundation Supportworks is a foundation repair company you can trust . We’re the largest and most reputable foundation repair network in the world, with dealers across the U.S, Canada and U.K
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The Small Business Development Center based out of West Texas A&M University is an amazing resource in helping local businesses grow to their fullest potential. We’re proud to be supported by this amazing team and do everything we can to give back to other local businesses in the Texas Panhandle.
Surviving Sandy: How the TripleSafe Sump Pump System Kept Basements Dry During the Storm
In 2011, Hurricane Irene wreaked havoc along the East Coast. The Romanos and the Kesslers, two Long Island homeowners, had their basements destroyed by a flood for the first time.
To add insult to injury, Mrs. Kessler learned the hard way – as did many homeowners in the affected areas — that the damages weren’t covered under their homeowner’s insurance policy. After dealing with the messy and costly cleanup, both families decided that they would take every precaution to avoid going through something like that ever again.
After shopping around, and looking at several solutions proposed by other waterproofing companies, they opted to have Basement Systems come and install a full WaterGuard interior drainage system and a TripleSafe Sump Pump System.
When they heard of Hurricane Sandy, which even before landfall was already being nicknamed “Frankenstorm” by meteorologists, they didn’t believe their basements could survive it.
In October of 2012, Hurricane Sandy hit the eastern shore, flooding streets and entire neighborhoods along the coast, and leaving millions without power for many days.
While all their neighbors were dealing with devastating basement floods, their basements, to their surprise, were kept dry and safe.
Even after the Romanos had to turn off their generators and lost power completely, the battery operated backup sump pump, which is part of the TripleSafe system, was working to keep their basement dry.
Once again, Basement System’s TripleSafe Sump Pump was put to the ultimate test, and passed!
What is going to happen to your basement when the next storm strikes?
Call your local Basement Systems dealer today for a free estimate, and give yourself the peace of mind you deserve, knowing that your basement will be dry…all the time!
ThermalDry Insulated Floor Decking: Revolutionary Waterproof Basement Subflooring
ThermalDry Insulated Floor Decking is a revolutionary basement subflooring product from Basement Systems. The insulated decking is made from inorganic materials, designed to withstand damp conditions, flooding, and plumbing leaks, which are all common in basements.
In this video, Larry Janesky, founder and owner of Basement Systems explains why it’s a bad idea to install finished flooring on top of a cold, damp concrete slab. When water vapor passes through the porous concrete slab from the soil, water vapor and humidity can build up underneath wood subflooring, and mold and rot can quickly become an issue. Water from a plumbing leak can also damage the plywood decking. Without a solid, waterproof base underneath, finished flooring will be ruined and will need to be replaced.
ThermalDry Insulated Floor Decking is a smarter alternative to the built-up plywood subflooring that is traditionally used by contractors. The waterproof, insulated subflooring is made from inorganic materials that will never get moldy or rot. A 1-inch layer of SilverGlo foam insulation helps keep basement floors warm. A magnesium oxide board provides a durable base for your chosen finished flooring. A cross-hatch pattern of grooves on the bottom of the ThermalDry Decking panel allow moisture from a plumbing leak to eventually dry. With ThermalDry Floor Decking, your basement floor covering will be protected from any water vapor that travels through the porous concrete slab.
There are a number of floor covering options to install over the ThermalDry insulated subfloor. Basement Systems recommends installing vinyl wood-grain flooring, but wall-to-wall carpeting can also be installed.
Basement Systems dealers fix more than 53 thousand basements each year across North America. In addition to keeping your basement floors dry, your local Basement Systems contractor can also waterproof your basement with WaterGuard perimeter drainage, a TripleSafe sump pump, a SaniDry basement dehumidifier.
Once your basement floor is dry and insulated and your basement is waterproofed, you can build the finished basement of your dreams!
Visit our website to learn more about ThermalDry Insulated Floor Decking and any of our other basement waterproofing products or call us to schedule a FREE consultation.
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David shares his testimony on why he chose Legacy Supportworks.
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Crawl Space Repair
Crawl Space Insulation
Welcome to the second Episode of the “All Things Basementy!” Video series.
In this episode, Larry Janesky, owner and founder of Basement Systems, demonstrates the best way to insulate a crawl space. He shows how to make it not only energy-efficient, but also fully protected against high humidity and the typical moisture-related problems that plague millions of crawl spaces across the U.S. and Canada.
Larry Janesky is not only a world’s authority in crawl space environment, with over 20 years of experience in the field, but he is also the pioneer in the crawl space encapsulation industry, having developed the first and to date, the most advanced crawl space encapsulation system in industry: the revolutionary CleanSpace.
The insulation method recommended by Larry is basically an evolution of the CleanSpace concept — it is an all-in-one approach that includes the crawl space into the building envelope, by completely isolating it from the outside and from the ground.
This approach offers superior thermal protection by preventing heat transfers through the walls and ground and curbing energy losses due to air leakage as well.
It is also a better alternative for most crawl spaces than to simply insulate the floor above the crawl because it provides moisture protection for the entire space, not just the floor above it.
After drainage was corrected with a crawl space drainage system and a sump pump system, the floor was covered with a drainage mat to allow the water to flow underneath and reach the drain tiles.
The walls of the crawl space were then lined with SilverGlo rigid foam boards. SilverGlo is an extended polystyrene foam board infused with graphite that helps increase the material’s R-Value up to 24%. The SilverGlo is also lined with a radiant liner on both sides. This silver lining acts as a vapor barrier keeping the moisture seeping through the walls from evaporating into the crawl. Inside the crawl, the silver lining also helps reflect heat back into the space.
TerraBlock insulation boards were then used on top of the drainage mat, to prevent heat loss through the ground. The entire floor was then lined with the CleanSpace liner: a UV treated, puncture-resistant, multi-layered 20mil plastic liner with a built-in antimicrobial layer that will prevent mold growth. The clean space was then fastened to the walls and floor and thoroughly air sealed.
This homeowner now enjoys a healthier and more comfortable home: no more humidity, mold and nasty smells from the crawl space during the summer, and no more cold drafts and cold floors during the winter. His energy bills are also much lower because without losing or gaining heat through the crawl, his HVAC system works more efficiently!
Basement Systems and CleanSpace dealers have effectively treated and permanently fixed thousands of crawl spaces across the U.S.- we’ve been doing it longer than anyone else in industry! If you need help with your crawl space, trust the world’s expert in All Things “Basementy”! Call or visit our website to schedule a free, in-home crawl space inspection and estimate!
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CleanSpace Crawl Space Encapsulation is Green!
The CleanSpace Crawl Space encapsulation system protects your home from mold, dry rot and structural damages. It also improves indoor air quality, eliminates musty crawl space odors, and makes your home more comfortable and easy to heat and cool, saving you a lot of money in energy bills!
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These critters like to hang out in damp moisture Crawlspaces.
If you see or hear them you may have a damp and unhealthy crawlspace!
Call us to check it out for FREE! 1-806-318-3844Crawl Spaces: A housing epidemic
Dirt, vented crawl spaces are a source of so many problems, industry experts call them a “housing epidemic” . Basement Systems pioneered the crawl space encapsulation technology with CleanSpace Encapsulation Systems, proven to effectively control moisture in the crawl space, and prevent mold growth, and structural damage due to dry rot. Crawl space encapsulation also makes your home more energy efficient, helping you save money in heating and cooling costs!
Call us to check it out for FREE! 1-806-318-3844Foundation Repair
Raising a Sinking Foundation with Push Piers
There are a number of disturbing signs a homeowner may encounter that indicate a foundation settlement problem. Cracks on the exterior of your home, cracks in drywall on interior walls, doors and windows sticking or not opening, and/or your chimney pulling away from your home are all issues that point to the same problem — foundation settlement. Foundation Supportworks’ Push Pier System is the right answer.
Structural Support for Decks, Sunrooms and Mobile Homes | EZ Post by Foundation Supportworks
EZ Post is Foundation Supportworks’ solution to provide long-term stabilization and reinforce the structural support of many light weight structures, including decks, porches, sun rooms, storage sheds, pergolas, gazebos, and mobile homes. EZ Post can be installed in existing structures and new construction.
Typical light structure construction relies on shallow concrete footings that are usually poured to support the piers. These footings are prone to shifting, because the soil that supports them tends to expand when wet and contract when dry. In colder climates, frost can also cause soil movement. Overtime this shifting can compromise the structure.
EZ Posts are driven deep into the soil, past the depth in which soil movement can cause them to shift. They offer utmost strength and stability and installation is quick and there is no waiting time for the concrete to cure. EZ Posts can be installed year-round – even in subzero temperatures – with minimal disruption to your yard and construction site. The portable installation equipment makes it easy to install in areas with tight access.
EZ Post is installed exclusively by Foundation Supportworks dealers across the U.S., Canada and U.K.
Insulating a Rim Joist with SilverGlo
Welcome to the second Episode of the “All Things Basementy!” Video series.
In this episode, Larry Janesky, owner and founder of Basement Systems, demonstrates the best way to insulate a crawl space. He shows how to make it not only energy-efficient, but also fully protected against high humidity and the typical moisture-related problems that plague millions of crawl spaces across the U.S. and Canada.
Larry Janesky is not only a world’s authority in crawl space environment, with over 20 years of experience in the field, but he is also the pioneer in the crawl space encapsulation industry, having developed the first and to date, the most advanced crawl space encapsulation system in industry: the revolutionary CleanSpace.
The insulation method recommended by Larry is basically an evolution of the CleanSpace concept — it is an all-in-one approach that includes the crawl space into the building envelope, by completely isolating it from the outside and from the ground.
This approach offers superior thermal protection by preventing heat transfers through the walls and ground and curbing energy losses due to air leakage as well.It is also a better alternative for most crawl spaces than to simply insulate the floor above the crawl because it provides moisture protection for the entire space, not just the floor above it.
After drainage was corrected with a crawl space drainage system and a sump pump system, the floor was covered with a drainage mat to allow the water to flow underneath and reach the drain tiles.
The walls of the crawl space were then lined with SilverGlo rigid foam boards. SilverGlo is an extended polystyrene foam board infused with graphite that helps increase the material’s R-Value up to 24%. The SilverGlo is also lined with a radiant liner on both sides. This silver lining acts as a vapor barrier keeping the moisture seeping through the walls from evaporating into the crawl. Inside the crawl, the silver lining also helps reflect heat back into the space.
TerraBlock insulation boards were then used on top of the drainage mat, to prevent heat loss through the ground. The entire floor was then lined with the CleanSpace liner: a UV treated, puncture-resistant, multi-layered 20mil plastic liner with a built-in antimicrobial layer that will prevent mold growth. The clean space was then fastened to the walls and floor and thoroughly air sealed.
This homeowner now enjoys a healthier and more comfortable home: no more humidity, mold and nasty smells from the crawl space during the summer, and no more cold drafts and cold floors during the winter. His energy bills are also much lower because without losing or gaining heat through the crawl, his HVAC system works more efficiently!
Basement Systems and CleanSpace dealers have effectively treated and permanently fixed thousands of crawl spaces across the U.S.- we’ve been doing it longer than anyone else in industry! If you need help with your crawl space, trust the world’s expert in All Things “Basementy”! Call or visit our website to schedule a free, in-home crawl space inspection and estimate!
Want to learn more about basements and crawl spaces? Subscribe to our YouTube channel to be notified of all the upcoming “All Things Basementy!” videos!
What is an IceGuard? | All Things
In the coldest areas of the U.S., wintertime usually brings a load of potential wet basement problems to homeowners. To keep our basements dry year round, we rely on drainage systems installed along our foundation perimeter to collect the water from rain, snow and other types of frozen precipitation. The water is then channeled to a sump pump to pump this water up and out of the home through a discharge line and direct this water as far away from the house as possible.
Sometimes during the winter — especially after a significant snow fall — the end of the discharge pipe might be covered with snow and ice, and water may freeze inside the discharge pipe, clogging the system.
When that happens, the water returns back into the sump pit, and the sump pump will continuously recycle the water without the ability to get rid of it. Eventually, the overwhelmed sump pump may be unable to handle the volume of water and burn out – causing the basement to flood.
To prevent that catastrophe from happening, Larry Janesky and his team at Basement Systems Inc. developed the IceGuard discharge line extension. The IceGuard has a patented design with perforations to keep the water flowing out of the basement, even if the end of the pipe is clogged, thus preventing basement flooding.
Basement Systems, has been successfully fixing wet basements for well over 20 years, and using their accumulated experience to develop and perfect a full line of products designed to effectively and permanently solve all types of basement water problems.The IceGuard extension is just one of the many smart solutions designed to keep your basement dry and exclusively available to you through a dealership network of over 300 contractors across the U.S., Canada and U.K.
Ask an Engineer
We get asked all the time – Why do foundation walls fail? Hear from one of our structural engineers to learn about the main causes of foundation failure. Hint: what’s under your home affects your foundation walls more than you might realize.
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How to Waterproof Leaky Stone Foundations
Welcome to Episode 1 of the All Things “Basementy” Video Series!
In this series Larry Janesky, owner and founder of Basement Systems, Inc., will be talking about everything related to basements, foundations and crawl spaces: from basement waterproofing, to basement finishing, foundation structural repair… and nasty crawl spaces too!
Basement Systems is the largest and most reputable basement waterproofing network in the world, with over 300 dealers across the U.S., Canada, U.K. and Ireland offering exclusive, patented and permanent solutions for wet and flood-prone basements, damaged foundations, and decaying crawl spaces.
In this first Episode, Larry walks us through the process of waterproofing a leaky basement with stone walls.
When people think about basement waterproofing, they think about conventional methods: exterior drainage (French drains) and exterior waterproofing coats. The problem with using conventional approaches to waterproof an existing home is that it would involve digging out the entire foundation. The excavation not only disturbs the landscaping, but also often requires removal of fixtures such as patios, porches, decks, sunrooms, sidewalks, and driveways. Row houses and homes with attached garages pose special challenges if you have to excavate the yard down to the footing as well.
For that reason, Basement Systems, based on over 20 years of experience in foundation waterproofing and structural repair, developed and patented a full line of products as an alternative solution to conventional waterproofing methods.
Some of these products were used to waterproof this home’s leaky stone foundations.
This stone-walled basement received a full WaterGuard internal drainage system, which was installed on top of the foundation footing and along the full perimeter of the basement walls. These drain tiles will collect ground water and a 4-inch PVC pipe will run the water to a TripleSafe Sump Pump System. The TripleSafe is a three-pump system that includes a powerful main pump, an electric backup pump, and a battery operated backup sump pump that will protect that basement in case of a power outage.
While block and poured basements usually leak from the bottom of the walls and the joint between walls and floor, stone walls are irregular and have a lot of small gaps in the mortar joints that will allow water to leak into the basement from any point of the wall that is below grade. For that reason, the walls themselves need to be treated.
This basement’s walls were covered with the CleanSpace vapor barrier, a 20mil, puncture-proof poly liner that has a built-in antimicrobial layer to prevent mold growth.
The vapor barrier was neatly tucked into the drainage system and will collect any water seeping through the walls, keeping it from leaking or evaporating into the basement.
The homeowner now has a dry basement, and can even lean items against the walls without worrying about the possibility of them getting wet.If you have a wet basement, trust Basement Systems. Our dealers help over 50,000 homeowners permanently dry their basements each year, and we would like to help you too! Visit our website or give us a call to locate a dealer in your area, and schedule a free estimate!
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