Abstract: A system is provided that improves basement sustainability in regards to a building's sub-ground level foundation hydrostatic pressure modulation, waterproofing and interior air control and that yields sustained clean and dry interior space.

Abstract: A waterproof system for draining water away from a building located in ground having a surface above which a portion of the building extends. The building has a footer and at least one wall extending vertically from the footer. The system includes a first drain member located in a first trench provided in the ground outside the building. A membrane including a first portion and a second portion is provided. The first portion forms a liner which lines the first trench to form a trough for capturing water. The second portion is affixed to an outer surface of the wall along at least a portion of a height of said wall and extending toward the footer.