Flooded Basement

Common Causes for a Flooded Basement

Clogged Gutters

When people think of flooded basements they do not often think to check in the gutters for a solution. The truth is, diverting water away from your home’s foundation is one of the easiest ways to prevent a wet basement.

Gutters that are clogged with leaves and other debris can build up and prevent rainwater from flowing properly through the gutter, into the downspout. This causes water to spill over the side of the gutter and pool near the foundation.

Cleaning your gutters is the first step of the basement waterproofing process, so make sure you clear your gutters of all debris at least once a year to help prevent basement flooding.

Downspouts Are Too Short

Similar to clogged gutters, people do not often look to this as a solution for their wet basement. Making sure that water is not pooling near the foundation is the ultimate goal. By extending the downspouts further away from your home’s foundation, you can ensure that the excess water will make its way away from your house to make basement waterproofing that much easier.

Foundation Problems

A foundation in disrepair can cause many basement flooding problems. Unfortunately, unlike the above causes, this fix can sometimes be costly. Fortunately, you have Quality Foundation on your side.

While there are many similarities from foundation to foundation, each project has a unique signature that must be addressed on a case-by-case basis. Quality Foundation has over 30 years of experience and has seen it all. Whether its cracked foundation walls or basement floor, bowing walls, or foundation settlement,

Quality Foundation can offer you a total basement waterproofing solution that will leave your basement dry and usable for years and years to come.

Solutions for a Dry Basement

Sump Pump

Typically sump pumps are installed by a professional in a special pit at the lowest point in the crawlspace or basement. It works in correlation with a drainage/waterproofing system to collect runoff. This water would normally flow into the basement but instead, gets pumped out and keeps the basement dry.

Basement flooding can be an expensive problem. A few inches of water can cause thousands of dollars in property damage. Even if you have an unfinished basement, moisture can cause structural damage as well as mold, mildew, and other unfavorable side effects.

Basement Waterproofing System

Depending on your unique situation, there are a few different waterproofing solutions available to you.

Quality Foundation will customize a basement waterproofing system specifically for your basement.

Quality Foundation’s basement waterproofing systems are designed to last and fully solve your basement moisture problems.

Dehumidifiers

The first step in getting your basement moisture problem under control is installing a waterproofing system. Keeping your basement moisture problems under control is the next step. Dehumidifiers will remove the moisture from the air which can cause mold and mildew to form. Dehumidifiers should be used as one part of a complete waterproofing solution.

Flood Insurance

When all else fails, it is good to make sure you are fully insured. Most times, flood insurance is not covered under your homeowner’s insurance plan. You should check with your insurance provider to ensure that you are covered in the event your home or basement is flooded.

Flood insurance should be purchased even if you do not live in a flood plain or somewhere that is prone to flooding. Never underestimate mother nature and make sure you and your home are protected from this very costly disaster.

If you have been experiencing a flooded basement contact us at Quality Foundation for basement waterproofing services today!