Clean maintain gutters downspouts.
How to prevent basement flooding.
Inspect repair foundation cracks.
Practice proper sump pump maintenance.
If you come across any cracks during your inspection fill them with epoxy.
Properly landscape your yard.
Plugged gutters and leaking downspouts allow water to enter your basement ultimately causing a flood.
When gutters are clogged water can soak through your walls and down to your basement causing flooding and serious water damage.
If leaking still persists or you encounter a more serious foundation problem call a professional.
However the most reliable sump pump available in the industry is still a mechanic device and can fail.
Clean your gutters and downspouts on a regular basis to clear them of leaves dirt and debris.
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To avoid basement flooding in the future look into waterproofing your basement.
Keep gutters free of debris and position downspouts away from the foundation.
This will keep your electricity heat pump and septic tank running during an electrical outage.
A backup sump pump system preferably with at least a battery operated pump configured with a switch device to begin working if the main is out of commission greatly reduces the chance of flood.
If these systems don t continue to run in a storm you re risking your basement flooding.
The goal is to drain storm water at least three feet away so if necessary consider running extensions or troughs.
Regularly remove leaves and other debris so your gutters and downspouts will drain properly.
Regularly remove leaves and other debris so your gutters and downspouts will drain properly.
To prevent basement flooding or water damage visually inspect the exterior of your foundation basement walls and floors on a regular basis.
Clogged gutters and downspouts can cause water buildup which may then leak into your basement.
Start by making sure your gutters and rain spouts are cleaned out year round.
The sump pump is your first line of defense against basement flooding.
You may also want to consider investing in a backup generator to serve as an additional power source.