Basement Waterproofing Photo Album: Des Moines, Iowa Sump Pump Program Installation

The City of Des Moines Iowa has a sump pump installation program that revolves around making improvements to the water systems of your home. The work must be completed by June 30th, 2014 and consist of the following: -- The installation of or redirection of sump pumps discharge away from foundations drains and area drains to a non-sanitary sewer outlet -- The installation of a sump pump where one does not exist -- The installation of an updated system with a battery backup system -- The installation of a Back Water Valve. For more detailed information click here. These photos so the installation of an updated sump pump system.

The Old Sump Pump

The old standard non-sealed sump pump system which may look like a pump you have in your home.

Removing the Old Sump Pump

As you may guess, in order to get the new TripleSafe sump pump system in the old one needs to be removed. Plus, the new TripleSafe system is larger in circumference and deeper into the well, so the hole is enlarged to receive the new sump basket.

Newly Installed Triple Safe Sump Pump

After the hole is enlarged and prepare, the new TripleSafe sump pump systems is set into place. This system is set level with the basement floor and is sealed. There is a set of back up pumps and a battery back up system. Ask your systems designer about the TripleSafe Sump Pump System during your basement inspection.

Sump Pump System with Dehumidification System

The last piece of installation is the SaniDry Filtration and Dehumidification System. The latest in dehumidification, the SaniDry system will filter out dust particles and dehumidify the air at the same time.