Basement Waterproofing Photo Album: Waterproofing a Basement in Cape Girardeau, MO

To resolve the basement water problems in this home, our team installed a complete under-floor drainage and waterproofing solution. This system collects water at the basement perimeter and directs it into a sump pump, which then moves the water safely away from the foundation through dedicated discharge lines. By intercepting moisture early, the system prevents water from ever reaching the basement floor. To ensure consistent performance in all seasons, the exterior discharge was outfitted with a cold-weather protection feature, allowing the system to operate reliably even during freezing conditions.

Before Waterproofing

In this image, you can see excess moisture in the basement that has led to visible mold growth. Conditions like these make the basement difficult to use as a functional or safe living space. Even more concerning, the damp, unhealthy air in the basement does not stay contained. As air naturally rises, this moisture-laden air moves upward into the rest of the home, negatively impacting overall indoor air quality.

Sub-Floor Drains

Along the perimeter of the basement sub-floor drains are placed, then covered up. These clog-free drains collect all water from the basement that leads to the sump pump system.

Before Waterproofing: Windows Leaking Water

Often, basement windows aren't meant to withstand water like submarine windows. This homes window was letting in water from the outside, this is something our team easily took to fixing.

Window Water Drainage

The black strip that is running along the wall underneath the window is working as a drain, collecting any water from the window and sending it straight to the sub-floor drains.

Sump Pump System

Once water is collected from the sub-floor drains, it collects here at the sump pump where it will be pumped up and far out to the exterior of the home through the white discharge lines.

Battery Back Up

The sump pump system needs electrical power to function, so that is why our team installs a battery back up system that ensures even in the case of a power outage, water is still being pumped.