Before & After Photos

A residential property in Geneseo, IL, presented chronic moisture ingress, elevated relative humidity, and compromised subterranean utility, rendering the basement space unusable. System Design Specialist Jamie Cox performed a rigorous site evaluation, identifying hydrostatic pressure forcing groundwater through the floor-wall joint, alongside high ambient moisture vapor transmission. To permanently mitigate these sub-surface water management failures and restore structural utility, Jamie engineered a multi-tiered hydrodynamic drainage and environmental control system.

Structural Repair Foreman Jacob Oetzman and his technical installation crew, Antonio and Devin B, mobilized to execute the precision deployment of the engineered waterproofing network. The team began by mechanical breaching of the concrete slab perimeter to establish a trench for the WaterGuard® Below-Floor Drain System. This specialized piping profile was installed directly on top of the footing, safely isolated from the "mud zone" to prevent clogging while efficiently capturing weeping wall and floor-wall joint moisture. Concurrently, the crew encapsulated the foundation walls using the CleanSpace® Wall Vapor Barrier, a heavy-duty, 20-mil thick poly-reinforced material that completely isolates the interior space from vapor transmission and channels all wall leaks directly down into the below-floor drainage track.

To manage the high volume of collected groundwater, the drainage system was tied into the high-capacity TripleSafe™ Sump Pump System. This multi-pump configuration provides structural redundancy, featuring an primary AC pump, a secondary backup AC pump for peak influxes, and a third DC-powered battery backup pump to sustain operational continuity during localized grid failures. To address ambient air quality and relative humidity, Jacob, Antonio, and Devin B installed the high-efficiency SaniDry Sedona™ Dehumidifier. This commercial-grade filtration unit maintains relative humidity below the critical 50% threshold, effectively suppressing mold proliferation and dust mite activity. Following a comprehensive site cleanup and concrete restoration over the sub-floor drainage line, the technical intervention by MidAmerica Basement Systems transformed the damp environment into a permanently dry, healthy, and structurally sound space optimized for storage or residential utility.

In the before photo, you can see the risk posed by an old sump pump nearing the end of its lifespan. The Albany, IL homeowner wanted to prevent water from entering their basement and causing damage to essentials like the water heater and furnace. We stepped in and installed the TripleSafe Sump Pump to provide a reliable solution. Notice in the after photo how this new system, with its triple protection, ensures the basement remains dry. With over 35 years of experience, we prioritize homeowners by setting up future safeguards for peace of mind. 

Homeowners Heather and Todd have lived in their home for the last few years. They recently decided to have a waterproofing system added o their home. The waterproofing system is a WaterGuard system that is placed around the perimeter of the home. WaterGusrd works like a channeling system and guides the water out of the home. The TripleSafe sump pump is a three pump system that comes with a battery back up and WaterWatch alarm. The battery back up is used in case of power loss and the WaterWatch alarm will sound in the case that the pump takes on to much water. 

Patricia was tired of getting water in her basement and looking at her limestone foundation. MidAmerica Basement Systems came and installed the patented WaterGuard system, along with the CleanSpace moisture barrier system to prevent moisture from permeating throughout her basement. Patricia is very thankful she does not have to worry about her basement any longer.

Sandra wanted to replace her windows and get more light in the basement. MidAmerica Basement Systems came and replaced her windows and installed a SunHouse Window Well Enclosure, which lets more light into the basement. Sandra is very happy with the work that was done and loves the new window!