Basement Waterproofing Case Studies: Crawlspace Needing a Reliable Solution, Cumberland Beach, ON
Challenge
A home in Cumberland Beach, Ontario, had a Crawlspace that was wet because of block wall failure causing it to become unhealthy, and unsafe. The failing block wall was not safe because it needed stabilization. The moisture in the crawlspace was contributing to rot in house framing and odours in the home. Water entry was pooling in some locations, all contributing to lower home value and health issues. The customer had purchased this home and was completely surprised to discover the structural issues that had been covered up in part. They were very concerned about diminishing home value and safety in the home. Wet conditions were also causing issues with home envelope, contributing to sagging floors and further rot.
Solution
The customer called Clarke Basement Systems and spoke to Rob Malcomson who explained the solution to their problems. Don Clarke and the team came in and installed Cleanspace encapsulation with delta drainage matting, R20 ThermalDry insulation, TripleSafe with UltraSump battery backup and GeoLock wall anchors. Cleanspace and drainage matting encapsulation separates earth moisture from the house framing and prevents rot and structural damage in the future, preventing smells from rotting soil below entering home. R20 Thermaldry insulation on all exterior walls holds heat in and lowers heating bills, also making the floor much warmer in the winter months. The Triplesafe sump pump installation will handle any water entry, collecting it and keeping this space dry and healthy. The Ultrasump battery backup is installed to ensure a working sump system in case of emergency or power outage. GeoLock wall anchors are installed to stabilize the exterior walls from further movement inwards, securing the structure with warranty and maintaining/improving home value and safety.
The customer was extremely happy. All concerns about house value has been satisfied. The house value was maintained and increased, their fear of buying a bad home has been relieved. The homes health has been improved greatly with encapsulation and has been increased with R20 lowering heating costs. The customer has av Peace of mind with a battery backup in case they are away for some time. A warranty nationally backed and transferrable sets their minds at ease, problem solved and the customers can now breath easy and no longer worry.