Basement Waterproofing Before & After Photos

When our Design Specialist Ryan went to visit with this homeowner about her water issues in the basement, she decided she also wanted to add an egress as she was going to refinish the basement once it was dry. Adding an egress will allow much more light in than a regular basement window. And since she plans to use this space as additional living space in her home, this egress is designed for someone to be able to escape the basement in case of an emergency such as a fire. Not to mention, it's more aesthetically pleasing.

Let us know if you are interested in adding an egress window to your basement!

Before:

This homeowner was dealing with a wet, leaky basement. Water seepage along the walls had caused visible staining and allowed mold to grow on the porous concrete block. The space was damp, musty, and unusable, not to mention a concern for the health and safety of the home. They were looking for a permanent fix.

After:

We transformed this basement by installing our proven waterproofing system. First, we applied CleanSpace to the walls. CleanSpace is a durable vapor barrier that not only seals out moisture but also gives the space a bright, clean look. Next, we installed WaterGuard along the interior perimeter, a specially engineered drainage channel that sits on top of the footing to catch wall and floor seepage and direct it to the sump pump. Finally, we installed the SuperSump, a powerful and reliable sump pump system that efficiently removes the water from the home.

Now the basement is clean, dry, and worry-free. No more musty smells or water problems, just a healthier and more usable space for these homeowners.

Roxane & Loren of Nicollet, MN weren't happy with the look of their basement windows and decided to add new windows to their complete basement waterproofing and foundation project we completed for them.

Basement windows are an important element in a basement to add some natural light.  Our EverLast Basement Windows are energy efficient, all vinyl.  The new windows look much better and don't let wind in and have double-pane glass.

Roxane & Loren of Nicollet love how clean their basement looks now.  Complete Basement Systems transformed the look of their basement with the CleanSpace Wall System installed on their old stone foundation walls and WaterGuard drainage system to prevent water seepage. 

This Mapleton, MN homeowner was sick of the never-ending water problem in their basement. After heavy rains or melting snow, water would seep through the basement walls and floors. Like many Minnesota homes, hydrostatic pressure from saturated soil around the foundation was forcing water through cracks and gaps. The result? A damp, musty basement that couldn’t be used for storage or living space.

To solve the issue for good, our team installed the WaterGuard Drainage System, which is a proven, below-floor solution that sits on the foundation footing to collect groundwater and direct it to a sump pump. We also lined the walls with our CleanSpace Vapor Barrier, which prevents moisture and water vapor from entering the space. This combination keeps the basement dry, clean, and usable in all seasons.

Now, this Mapleton basement is protected from future water intrusion, no matter how wet Minnesota weather gets.