Before & After Photos

Too many people in Quebec suffer from water infiltration in their basement, but we have noticed that they always wait several years before realizing the problem and deciding to solve it.

At Systèmes Sous-sol Québec we are specialized in solving the problems of water infiltration from its main source, and we have succeeded in waterproofing numerous basements in Quebec.

In this house in Prevost, we have installed a complete waterproofing system, and eliminated water infiltration from its source!

We dug the ground and installed the WaterGuard interior drain in this perimeter. This allows all incoming water to be redirected to the pump no matter what level this water is coming from. All drainage was connected to the SmartSump pump system.

When you have a perimeter drainage system installed in your home, your sump pump is your main line of defense against a basement flood.

A homeowner in Saint-Telesphore, Quebec, contacted us due to issues with a cold and damp basement. Upon inspection, our specialist identified the cause as water infiltration resulting from the bad performance of the existing drainage system. This excess moisture, combined with the cold temperature in the basement, was leading to increased  higher energy costs, as HVAC systems were operating more than usual. To address these problems, we installed the WaterGuard internal drainage system, designed to capture and direct infiltrated water to the discharge line, preventing further moisture accumulation. Additionally, we installed SilverGlo insulation panels, which provide an effective thermal barrier, stabilizing temperature fluctuations and thus reducing energy consumption. As a result, the basement is now well-insulated, making it ready for finishing.

Mr. D. contacted us since he was having problems with his sump pump that used to stop working during flood and heavy rains.

When our specialist went to his home, he recommended the SuperSump sump pump system.

The SuperSump system contains a Zoeller pump, a 96-hole liner to allow water in the floor into the liner, an airtight lid that prevents water vapor from escaping, and an alarm system that alerts you when the water shows too high.

This client was worried about her sump pump because she did not feel that the system in place would save the basement in the case of a flood or water infiltrations. She contacted us because she was interested in our patented systems. When our specialist went to her home, he recommended the TripleSafe system which contains 3 pumps in a single hermetic coating. The first pump operates under normal conditions. The second pump starts if there is a problem with the first pump or if the flow and volume of water are too big and fast for the first one. So during a heavy rain, you are protected by two pumps. If this bad weather also brings a power failure, a pump that does not run on a battery will not protect you. This is why the UltraSump pump is a necessity for the worried owners out there. This third pump is powered by a rechargeable battery and the SmartWatch alarm alerts you when the emergency battery is running. This system is the best on the market and nothing is comparable to it. Finally, the hermetic coating serves as a floor drain while blocking the water vapor that would like to escape.

 Our client was very pleased with the installation and the peace of mind that the TripleSafe brings her.

Before we stepped in, our client was facing a common problem: during heavy rains and snowmelt, water would accumulate around the foundation, increasing the risk of water seeping into the basement. Since the house did not have a sump pump, there was no system to effectively remove groundwater, leaving the foundation and basement vulnerable to moisture and water damage.

To provide a long-term solution, our specialists installed a comprehensive protection system.

We installed a TripleSafe™ sump pump system, a three-pump system that ensures continuous protection: a primary pump for daily operation, a more powerful secondary pump for heavy inflows, and a battery-powered backup pump that takes over in the event of a power outage.

To ensure reliable operation even in winter, an IceGuard® was installed on the discharge line. This device allows water to continue draining outside if the line freezes or becomes clogged, thereby preventing any backflow into the basement.

We also installed an underground discharge line to direct water away to a safe distance from the foundation. At its end, a LawnScape™ outlet efficiently discharges water while blending discreetly into the landscape, thereby minimizing the risk of water accumulating near the house.

This comprehensive installation now provides our client with a high-performance pumping system that effectively protects their basement against water infiltration, heavy rain, power outages, and winter conditions. It’s a sustainable solution that gives them peace of mind, no matter the season.