John's Waterproofing Before & After Photos

When our Design Specialist first entered this crawl space, it was very dirty and had evidence of water intrusion. Additionally, 2 areas of the foundation wall inside of the space had started to crack. The cracks in the foundation walls had been caused by many years of soil compression and expansion from water intrusion. In order to prevent further water damage, and therefore protect the structural integrity of this home, our crew needed to reinforce the foundation walls, and encapsulate the crawl space. To reinforce the cracked foundation walls, we installed several feet of Carbon Fiber Stitching across the cracks, holding them in place, and preventing them from growing. Carbon Fiber Stitching is 10 times stronger than steel, and will permanently hold the cracks in place - preventing future structural collapse. After the structural reinforcement was complete, our crew encapsulated the crawl space. This meant installing Perforated Piping around the entire interior perimeter to catch groundwater, and routing it to an UltraSump Pump, expelling it safely away from the home via an underground discharge line. Directly on top of the Piping, we laid down TerraBlock ground insulation, followed by our 20 Mil CleanSpace vapor barrier - transforming this formerly dirty, wet crawl space into a durable, bright and dry area that can be walked on and used as storage. To maintain the relative humidity within the space, we also installed a SaniDry Dehumidifier to clean, filter, and remove moisture from the air - creating a safe air environment both underneath, and inside of the home. To insulate the foundation walls, we installed SilverGlo Insulation, to reflect heat back into the home, and to prevent moisture from entering in through the walls. To seal all gaps, we applied Spray Foam along the edges of the SilverGlo - achieving a complete seal around the walls. Lastly, we installed an EverLast Access Door, which is made of rigid plastic that will never rot or discolor. This door closes tightly, leaving no gaps along the edges, making it impossible for rodents to enter the space. These homeowners can rest assured that the long term investment of their home is now protected by structural reinforcement and an encapsulation installed by the experts here at John's! It is also a great relief that their loved ones are now breathing clean, healthy air everyday inside of their family home. 

This homes crawl space had been stripped bare. No vapor barrier and now insulation. But the humidity levels were causing some issues, and the owners contacted John's Waterproofing about solutions. We sent out a design specialist who did a full crawl under the home and than began discussing options. After going over the differences between the standard fiberglass insulation and our encapsulation, which uses insulation made for the crawl space, the owners were eager to do the long term solution and have their space encapsulated. We installed a full interior drain system with a sump pump. We than laid down DrainMatt, TerraBlock insulation, and CleanSpace. The Walls were insulated and air sealed with spray foam, and we completed the job by installing a SaniDry dehumidifier. Now the space is set up to be properly insulated and remain dry and healthy. 

Water kept entering this home's crawl space even after these homeowners had tried to fix the problem themselves and even hired other companies. They realized that all of their solutions were only temporary, so they finally decided it was time to find a permanent solution. They called us up and scheduled their free visit. We went out and performed a thorough inspection, then met with the homeowners to discuss the findings and go over the best options to create a dry, healthy and stable crawl space. After answering some more questions, the homeowners signed the estimate and we started the project. First, we remove all of the debris, old vapor barrier and fiberglass insulation. Next, we dug a trench around the interior perimeter of the crawl space and in it we install a 3 inch perforated pipe into a silt sock. This will secure a safe passage for water to drain to the lowest point. Then, at this low point we install our SuperSump Plus system that will collect all of the water that enters and pump it outside of the home, away from the foundation through a discharge line. We make sure all of the vents get covered and sealed to prevent outside air from entering. We install TerraBlock onto the dirt floor of the crawl space which separates the home from the earth with an insulated barrier. On top of the TerraBlock, we install our CleanSpace system, and it is also anchored into the foundation walls, up to the rim joists. This is our 20 mil-thick liner that will not only protect the crawl space but will also brighten up the space with its clean, bright white finish. Lastly to finish up this project, we install our foam insulation directly onto the foundation walls, up to the rim joists. This is sprayed and expands, filling every crack and void to ensure a complete airtight seal. Now that the crawl space is fully encapsulated, the risk of water damage has been effectively eliminated. 

After dealing with a damp and leaky basement for many years, this family had finally had enough, and reached out to John's for help. We sent a Design Specialist to their home, to perform a thorough basement inspection, and provide effective waterproofing solutions. During his inspection, he found that water was seeping into the basement near the footing and base of the walls, creating a damp environment and threatening the stability of the walls and floor. To mediate this issue, and prevent further water damage to the basement, he suggested installing a WaterGuard System, to collect and expel all water intrusion safely away from the home. Additionally, he recommended installing a SaniDry XP Dehumidifier inside of the basement to control the relative humidity, and prevent mold growth. He explained to the homeowner, that due to the damp conditions of the basement, a dehumidifier was necessary to dry and filter the unhealthy air that was circulating throughout the entire home. The homeowner was pleased with these suggested solutions, and their project was scheduled.

Our crew of waterproofing experts arrived, and got straight to work! To install the WaterGuard System, they began by cutting a narrow trench right up against the bottom of the leaking basement walls. Inside of the trench, they placed our WaterGuard Collection Tunnels. All water will flow into the WaterGuard, and be routed into a SuperSump Pump, which will immediately expel the water safely away from the home via an underground discharge line. After installing the WaterGuard System, our crew poured fresh concrete around the Tunnels and the Pump, flush with the original concrete floor, to create a seamless and structurally intact surface. After installing the WaterGuard System, our crew installed a SaniDry XP Dehumidifier, to ensure a safe air quality throughout the entire home. Our SaniDry XP is an absolute powerhouse! It removes 10 times more moisture from the air, compared to a typical dehumidifier, but uses the same amount of electricity as a lesser machine. It runs fully automatically, saving homeowners time, while offering peace of mind. This powerful machine dries, cleans, filters, and removes allergens from the air - making homes safer and healthier! Now that this basement has been professionally waterproofed by the experts here at John's, this family can rest assured that the belongings in their basement will be safe from water damage, and that the air inside of their home is providing an environment where their family can thrive. After over 50 years in the Waterproofing Industry, we are the leading local experts in making homes drier and healthier everyday. Waterproofing your home is one of the best ways to protect your long-term investment, as well as the health of your loved ones. 

Moisture can cause a lot of damage to the home, especially if left unattended for years, This home would need to be treated for mold, and than we were able to come in to waterproof so we could keep the space dry and healthy. To care for the home, we installed a full encapsulation. This system involves a full interior perimeter drain system, with a TripleSafe sump pump. We also insulate the space using methods that are made to last and fit into the crawl space. This involves TerraBlock along the dirt floor, paired with Spray Foam insulation along the foundation walls and into the rim joists. We also seal the vents shut so we can control the space. CleanSpace is wrapped throughout the crawl space, allowing us to than control the environment under the home with a SaniDry dehumidifier. With control over the moisture content, we can make it so mold and mildew will not find a way back under the home, and it can truly remain dry and healthy over the years.