5 Tips To Battle Basement Flooding
5 Tips To Battle Basement Flooding
The spring is here and you know what that means – spring rains will bring out the worst in flawed foundations and grading, leaving homeowners
with flooded basements. With that said, here are 5 ways to avoid basement flooding!
Gutters & Downspouts
Ensure your home gutters are free of any debris and position the downspouts to direct
storm runoff away from the foundation.
Seal Foundation Cracks
Inspect the basement for foundation cracks in the walls and floors so you can
immediately seal or repair them with epoxy or masonry sealer.
Install A Sump Pump
Whether you dig out a pit in the basement for a sump pump or place it in the lowest part of the
basement, a new sump pump will send water out of the basement.
Learn more about Tsurumi submersible pumps to protect your home from basement flooding!
Window Well Cover
If your basement has windows below ground-level of the home, install window well covers to prevent rain, leaves and
debris from entering the pit. Image Credit: windowwellexperts.com
Review Insurance
Most homeowners' insurance policies do not cover damages from flooding and you
should consider purchasing flood insurance to offset costs in the event your
basement floods.