Quality 1st Basement Systems Before & After Photos

This walkout basement had water leaks on several walls. We installed a WaterGuard drainage system and connected it to the SuperSump System. This SuperSump includes an UltraSump battery back-up, which runs on a high-capacity 120 amp power pack. If you lose power, the UltraSump turns on automatically and an alarm sounds to alert you that you are on backup. With a new, fully charged power pack, the UltraSump is capable of pumping out 12,000 total gallons at 2,018 gallons per hour.

Not all sump pumps will protect a basement from flooding. Failures can happen at any time and add the amount it would cost to keep your basement protected. Our team replaced this older sump pump with a full perimeter waterproofing system. Check out the comparison between both systems. The TripleSafe Sump Pump lid is airtight to prevent moisture from evaporating back into the basement air. It stops musty orders from forming. Better quality air then travels up into the rest of the home which we call the stack effect. 

This homeowner in West Grove, PA, was facing challenges with a notably cold crawl space due to the presence of exposed dirt floors. These dirt floors tend to absorb moisture from the ground and release it into the crawl space, resulting in an unstable environment. The Quality 1st Basements team conducted a thorough assessment and determined that a complete encapsulation of the crawl space was necessary to effectively manage moisture and maintain heat retention. Our team installed the CleanSpace Vapor Barrier, a robust solution designed to keep the crawl space dry. Additionally, they installed SilverGlo insulation Panels to provide thermal protection while also creating a barrier against any existing moisture. The homeowner can now enjoy peace of mind, knowing that her crawl space is not only protected but has also been transformed into a usable space, all while benefiting from reduced heating costs.

Recently, a homeowner in West Grove, PA, reached out to us at Quality 1st. They were facing persistent basement water seepage, leading to damp conditions and recurring mildew smells. We recommended a robust waterproofing system tailored to their home, ensuring a comprehensive approach to keeping their basement dry. The strategy we implemented included installing a TripleSafe Sump Pump system, WaterGuard, and CleanSpace encapsulation. First, our production team carefully exposed a segment of the basement floor to set down the WaterGuard drainage system. This discreet system channels water invisible to the eye, effectively guiding it away from the surrounding foundation towards the sump pump. Next, our team installed the TripleSafe Sump Pump, known for its reliability and triple protection features, providing peace of mind by efficiently pumping water away even during heavy rainfall or power outages. Moreover, for added protection, we employed our CleanSpace encapsulation, lining the basement walls with heavy-duty material designed to block all moisture entry. This seamless system not only enhances durability but also improves energy efficiency and air quality throughout the home.

This home had builder-grade fiberglass insulation on the basement walls. Fiberglass is organic and, therefore, not a good product to place against damp walls. The moisture content in the insulation will cause mold and drastically lower the R values, making it almost useless. We removed the bad insulation and installed FoaMax insulation boards. FoamMax will properly insulate this basement and also act as a vapor barrier. In addition to being a much better way to insulate foundation walls, they also look great and brighten up the whole basement.