Before & After Photos

Before:
A homeowner in Berlin noticed recurring water along the wall–floor joint after storms. Puddles formed near storage areas, musty odors lingered, and their old sump setup left them anxious during power outages.

After:
We installed WaterGuard® interior perimeter drainage to capture seepage at the cove joint and direct it into an UltraSump® battery-backup pumping system for reliable removal—even if the power goes out.

Now the basement stays dry and usable year-round, with extra peace of mind during severe weather.

Before
In Berlin, WI, the homeowners wanted to make their basement safer and suitable for finishing but only had small, non-compliant windows that didn’t provide a code-approved escape route. The foundation wall where the egress would be installed was solid concrete and partially below grade, meaning excavation depth and drainage control were critical to prevent water intrusion. During inspection, Sure-Dry’s System Design Specialist confirmed that a full egress window installation would not only meet Wisconsin building code but also improve light and airflow in the basement.

After
Sure-Dry’s installation crew excavated the area alongside the foundation and cut a precise, properly sized opening through the concrete wall. A durable, energy-efficient egress window was installed with a reinforced, corrosion-resistant window well featuring an integrated drain tied directly into the home’s waterproofing system. Once sealed, backfilled, and regraded, the new installation provided a compliant emergency exit and enhanced the basement’s natural light and ventilation.
The homeowners were very satisfied with their safer, brighter, and fully code-compliant basement—ready for future finishing or living space expansion.

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Before

The homeowner in Berlin, WI was dealing with a wet basement after heavy rains and seasonal snowmelt, leaving water on the floor, elevated humidity, and concerns about moisture damage. Persistent water intrusion can lead to musty odors, damaged belongings, and an environment that encourages mold growth. Homeowners searching for basement waterproofing, basement waterproofing company, or basement waterproofing contractor often experience these same warning signs when groundwater finds its way into the basement.

After

Sure-Dry created a complete basement waterproofing solution by installing the DryTrak® Interior Drainage System, a SuperSump® Sump Pump System with battery backup, and the SaniDry™ Dehumidification System. The drainage system now captures water before it reaches the basement floor and directs it to the sump pump, while the battery backup provides protection during power outages. The SaniDry system continuously controls humidity and helps eliminate damp, musty conditions, leaving the basement cleaner, drier, and more usable throughout the year.

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Before

The homeowner in Berlin, WI had a basement that regularly experienced water seepage during heavy rain and seasonal snowmelt, creating damp conditions, standing water, and persistent humidity. Left untreated, these conditions can damage stored belongings, contribute to musty odors, and increase the risk of mold growth. Homeowners searching for basement waterproofing, basement waterproofing company, or basement waterproofing contractor often experience these same issues when groundwater enters through the floor-to-wall joint.

After

Sure-Dry installed a comprehensive basement waterproofing system featuring the WaterGuard® Interior Drainage System, a SuperSump® Sump Pump System, and the Sedona SaniDry™ Dehumidification System. The WaterGuard system now captures groundwater before it reaches the basement floor and channels it directly to the SuperSump for reliable removal. The Sedona SaniDry system controls excess humidity, helping eliminate damp, musty conditions and creating a cleaner, healthier, and more comfortable basement year-round.

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While there are a number of potential causes of cracked and bowing foundation walls, the most common reason is pressure from foundation soils.  When clay soils get wet, they can expand and put tremendous pressure on a wall. When this force exceeds the wall's ability to resist it, the wall begins to fail in different ways. Cracking, bowing and tilting are the most common symptoms of foundation wall failure. 

The block foundation wall of this home in Pine River, WI is an example of how pressure from the wet soil surrounding the foundation can cause bowing and cracking.  

To permanently stabilize this block foundation wall, Sure-Dry Basement Systems installed their Geo-Lock™ Foundation Wall Anchor System.  The Geo-Lock™ Foundation Wall Anchor System permanently stabilizes your basement walls, offering the best opportunity to straighten the walls without the cost and disruption of foundation replacement.  Heavy-duty, galvanized earth anchors are embedded in stable, undisturbed soil outside your foundation wall. Each anchor is connected by a steel rod to a wall plate that provides clamping pressure against the inside of the foundation wall. This method also offers the potential to straighten the wall back to its original position.