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Your Basement Flood And Water Damage Restoration Issues

Over 98% of all basements will suffer some form of water damage.  That translates as “all of them”, so if you’re a homeowner and have a basement, congratulations, you now know what you can look forward to.  Since basement flooding is pretty much a certainty, your best course of action would be some measure of basement flood prevention, or at the very least, minimization.

This is best done by being proactive in the inspection of your basement on a regular basis.  Look for any possible problems, such as leaky pipes or broken window seals.  Remember that even the smallest leak can become a raging river if given enough time.  It’s best to catch these problems before they have a chance to gain a foothold and grow beyond your ability to handle.

You should also make sure your gutters and downspouts are clear and unclogged.  Obstructions can easily send water flowing in the wrong direction. Same goes for landscape slope, which needs to slant away from your home for a distance of at least ten feet.  Basically look for anything that may serve as an access point for water.

If the worst does happen and you find yourself with a flooded basement, basement flooding cleanup is much like any other type of water damage restoration.  Remove the excess water and dry everything out, and do so as soon as possible to avoid mold issues.

Take care when pumping water out, though, especially if you are dealing with several feet of depth….pumping out too fast can result in sudden pressure changes that could cause the walls to collapse.  Pump out the water at the rate of about a foot per day.

For best results, contact your local water damage repair company…