What is AquaStop BasementGutter™?

AquaStop BasementGutter™ is an interior drainage system that is installed within the perimeter of your basement. Typically, drains are installed on the outer perimeter of a foundation, but this type of outdoor drainage system poses a few problems. First, it is extremely expensive to have drains installed outdoors because it requires heavy excavation. Outdoor drainage systems require a lot more maintenance because they are more likely to get clogged up by mud, leaves, and other debris. Winter can be especially bad for drains because of frozen pipes.

AquaStop BasementGutter™ eliminates all these problems by being installed inside. No intrusive excavation work is done for installation, which makes the process easier and inexpensive. AquaStop BasementGutter™ is designed to not get clogged. This is possible due to its location; because it’s above ground and placed on top of gravel, it doesn’t come in contact with debris. AquaStop BasementGutter™ is placed right along the wall and floor joint of the basement, and, once it’s in place, the contractors cover up the trench made for the pipe, so it’s completely covered.

Because of its unique design, AquaStop BasementGutter™ is able to collect groundwater causing hydrostatic pressure. It also collects water that runs down the wall, which is useful if you have a leaky window. Since it’s indoors, you won’t have to worry about freezing pipes, meaning that it’s a drainage system that works year-round. This drainage system is connected to a sump pump so that the water it collects gets drained out. It’s a great drainage system for homes in Grand Forks, ND, largely due to its ability to drain moisture from clay soils.