6 keep back ups.
How to prevent basement flooding.
This will keep your electricity heat pump and septic tank running during an electrical outage.
Properly landscape your yard.
Clean maintain gutters downspouts.
Practice proper sump pump maintenance.
Inspect repair foundation cracks.
Regularly remove leaves and other debris so your gutters and downspouts will drain properly.
If you come across any cracks during your inspection fill them with epoxy.
They should be cleaned on an annual basis and the downspouts should be inspected for any leaks.
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.
Clogged gutters and downspouts can cause water buildup which may then leak into your basement.
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.
To avoid basement flooding in the future look into waterproofing your basement.
To prevent basement flooding or water damage visually inspect the exterior of your foundation basement walls and floors on a regular basis.
7 ways to prevent basement flooding.
Start by making sure your gutters and rain spouts are cleaned out year round.
You may also want to consider investing in a backup generator to serve as an additional power source.
The sump pump is your first line of defense against basement flooding.
Keep gutters free of debris and position downspouts away from the foundation.
We know you hate to do it but cleaning your gutters and maintaining your downspouts is an essential.
When gutters are clogged water can soak through your walls and down to your basement causing flooding and serious water damage.
If these systems don t continue to run in a storm you re risking your basement flooding.
However the most reliable sump pump available in the industry is still a mechanic device and can fail.