Basement Water

A flooded basement presents a host of problems.  A recent study found that homes with chronic basement water had a disproportionately higher rate or respiratory illness, probably due to molds and other toxins.  Home values take a dive if the basement is flooded or presents evidence of regular flood problems.  And in some cases, the structural integrity of a home’s foundation may be affected if water is allowed to stand untreated.

Water gets into basements any number of ways.  Outside drains or ineffective landscape runoff may play a part, gutters and downspouts may be clogged, channeling water in all the wrong directions, or it may be a problem of basement water seepage; small leaks from cracks in the foundation or broken window seals.  Basement water leaks may also come from faulty pipes or water heaters.  Left unchecked, you’ve got a disaster on your hands before you know it.

The best way to deal with basement water is to stop it before it happens.  Inspect your basement thoroughly for those small cracks or leaks, and repair them as they happen.  This will prevent the water from gaining a foothold on your basement.  You can also install a basement sump pump or sump pit, to drain off excess water before it can back up and cause issues.

For best results, contact your local water damage restoration professional.  They will know where to look, what to look for, and the best way to remediate any problem.  Call an IICRC water damage restoration company today for a free estimate.