Basement Waterproofing Before & After Photos

Concerns began to rise for a Baltimore, MD homeowner when persistent dampness and musty odors started spreading through their basement. What initially appeared as elevated humidity soon revealed itself as a more serious issue, raising fears of wood rot, mold growth, and potential structural damage. Wanting a long-term and dependable solution, the homeowner reached out to Quality 1st for a professional assessment and lasting waterproofing plan.

After inspecting the space, our team pinpointed the exact source of water intrusion and designed a customized solution tailored to the home’s needs. We installed our patented WaterGuard Drainage System to capture and redirect water before it could reach the basement floor, ensuring effective and continuous protection. To further shield the space, we added our moisture-resistant CleanSpace Wall Panels, which prevent water vapor from passing through basement walls while improving the overall look of the area.

Together, these high-performance systems restored the basement to a dry, clean, and healthy condition, giving the homeowner confidence in the long-term protection of their home!

This old, cold, and leaking window needed to be replaced, so we installed an all-vinyl, energy-efficient EverLast Basement Window. These windows are airtight but easy to open. When unlocked, both panes can be removed for cleaning or for passing objects through – like a ladder or another item you’d rather not carry through your house.

We also installed a WellDuct window well drain in the window well outside. This drain is connected to the interior WaterGuard system to prevent window well flooding. We also wanted to prevent vapor transmission through the walls, so the ThermalDry Wall vapor barrier was installed. Not only does ThermalDry Wall help to lower relative humidity, but it also has a radiant shield that reflects up to 97% of the heat back into the basement.

This customer reached out regarding their finished basement and had a window that had been leaking due to heavy rainfall. Our team had gone out to the property to remove the part of the wall to install our WellDuct Window drain. The window drain prevents the window from flooding your basement and transports the water straight from the window down to the sub-floor drainage system that connects to the sump pump.

In this unfinished basement, water would build up at the back door due to the old trench drain collecting debris. We were able to remove the old trench drain from the entryway and installed our TrenchDrain water system. The sub-floor drain captures any surface water and has a grated cover that can easily be removed and cleaned, keeping your basement entry dry.  

When a Baltimore, MD homeowner noticed their basement turning damp and uncomfortable, they knew it was time to take action before moisture caused more serious damage. Persistent humidity and saturated conditions not only compromised the space’s usability but also raised concerns about mold growth and structural decay.

Upon inspection, our Quality 1st team discovered the root cause: the basement lacked a proper vapor barrier and efficient moisture control systems, allowing water vapor to infiltrate and linger unchecked.

To combat the issue, we implemented a tailored waterproofing solution featuring our patented CleanSpace Vapor Barrier System, which effectively seals basement walls and floors to block moisture intrusion and prevent mold. Complementing this, we installed our SaniDry Sedona Dehumidifier, a high-efficiency system designed to maintain optimal humidity levels year-round.

Together, these systems transformed the basement into a dry, healthy, and protected environment, giving the homeowner peace of mind and restoring full functionality to their space!