The spring season is here which means there will be plenty of rainfall in the coming months! Check out these ways to battle basement flooding so you're not left with a wet mess!
2. 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!
3. Gutters & Downspouts
Ensure your home gutters are free of any
debris and position the downspouts to direct
storm runoff away from the foundation.
4. 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.
5. 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!
6. 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.
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7. 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.