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Protect Your Home from Basement Flooding with WaterGuard and the TripleSafe System

Basement flooding can cause extensive damage to your home, leading to costly repairs and potential health hazards from mold and mildew. At Basement Transformers of New York, we specialize in interior waterproofing solutions that protect your basement from flooding. In this blog post will discuss how are WaterGuard drainage system and TripleSafe sump pump system work together to keep your basement dry and safe.

 

The Dangers of Basement Flooding

Basement flooding can result from several factors, including heavy rainfall, melting snow, and groundwater seepage. Basement flooding can be a severe problem for several reasons:

  • Structural Damage: Water can weaken your foundation and compromise the structural integrity of your home.
  • Mold and Mildew: Excess moisture helps, mold, and mildew growth, which can affect indoor air quality and cause health issues.
  • Property Damage: Flooding can ruin personal belongings stored in the basement.
  • Increased Repair Costs: These issue don't get better with time, they get worse and become bigger and more costly repair jobs. 

WaterGuard Drainage System 

WaterGuard drainage system plays an important role in our basement waterproofing system. It is designed to capture water before it enters your basement and directs the water into our sump pump system.

 

How Water Guard Works:

  • Installation: WaterGuard is installed along the perimeter of your basement, above the foundation footing. This placement prevents clogging from dirt and debris.
  • Water Collection: System collects water seeping through the walls and floor, directing it to our sump pump system.
  • Maintenance: WaterGuard is designed for easy access, making maintenance simple and efficient. 

TripleSafe Sump Pump System

The TripleSafe pump system is the heart of our waterproofing system, ensuring your basement remains dry no matter what Mother Nature throws its way.

Features of the TripleSafe

  • Primary Pump: to handles most of water removal under normal conditions.
  • Secondary Pump: Activates if the primary pump fails or becomes overwhelmed during heavy storms.
  • Battery Backup Pump: Ensures your system still runs during power outages.

Benefits of the TripleSafe

  • Reliability: with three pumps, the system offers max protection and peace of mind.
  • High Capacity: Able to handle large volumes of water, keeping your basement dry in the most challenging weather.
  • continuous operation: the battery back up systems works even when the power is out, protecting your basement all the time.

SaniDry Dehumidifier: An added layer of protection

In addition to the WaterGuard and TripleSafe systems, our SaniDry humidifier helps maintain a dry and healthy environment by removing moisture, mold, and small mildew particles from the air.

 

Advantages of Our SaniDry:

  • Mold Prevention: Removes moisture from the air, preventing mold and mildew growth.
  • Improved Air Quality: Enhances indoor air quality by eliminating dampness and musty odors.
  • Energy Efficient: Runs efficiently, keeping energy costs low, while maintaining a clean, dry environment. 

Protecting your basement from flooding is essential for maintaining the integrity and safety of your home. Our WaterGuard system and our TripleSafe sump pump system, combined with our SaniDry dehumidifier, provides max protection to keep your basement clean, dry, and healthy. Contact us today to learn more about how we can protect your basement from flooding and water damage. 

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New Jersey
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The Basement Transformer
2637 Route 17M
Goshen, NY 10924
1-845-648-2008
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