Basement Waterproofing & Foundation Repair in Villanova

The challenge we faced was having to start this job almost immediately because the basement waterproofing issues were holding up the new home renovations. Our project manager and production manager worked together and were able to have a full crew ready to go within 24 hours.

To address this, Steve Custus designed a full closed perimeter drainage system (Grate-Drain) with inspection ports strategically placed throughout the system for easy access and inspection. We also installed 2 Grate Sumps with 1/3 HP Fast Sumps that can remove 2400 gallons of water per hour. Additionally, we installed a full ThermalShield sealed vapor barrier on the walls to prevent any future wall leaks or dampness from reaching the basement floor, along with a high-volume, high-efficiency dehumidifier that can remove up to 90 pints of moisture a day from the basement air, creating a healthy environment for many years to come.

Crew Foremen: Dwight C
Co-Foremen: Ken M
Certified Installers: Derek P / Norm B / Kevin R

This was a tough job because we had to do all the waterproofing from the exterior. Another challenge we faced was that a concrete slab was in the way, so it had to be removed and put back by us in order to complete the installation. To address this, we installed a below-grade dampproofing solution with tar and membrane on the outside of the foundation wall.

The challenge we faced was having to move the washer, dryer, and a few other items.

To address this, we installed a Santa-Fe Advance 2 system and painted the walls.

The challenges we faced were that it was a very large basement, requiring around 240 feet of drainage system with a full vapor barrier and 3 sump pumps. Another challenge was that the floor in the lower basement was very hard to jackhammer in order to install the system.

To address this, we installed a full drainage system with a complete vapor barrier and 3 sump pumps.