Basement Flooding Prevention; Precautions to Take

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Floods bring to mind images of disaster but you may be imagining a scene outside on the streets or in the city. If you imagine the same scene in your home, it will have furniture legs steeped into inches of water and the next thing to come to mind will be anticipated damage costs.

Every year residential flooding accounts for thousands of dollars worth of property damage. Basements are areas where we store our things and forget about them. But we also don’t remember how valuable they are until there is the possibility of them being damaged.

The worst part can be other problems that follow, such as mold which means you may need professional cleanings and inspections. You may need to tear out walls to replace electric fittings, insulation and even flooring.

The best method is to prevent by precautionary measures. Well in advance.

Regular inspections

This is something that many customers take lightly.

water-stains-on-wallWe often see problems that could’ve easily been prevented with a simple inspection. Many issues can be prevented by leak detection services from the nearest plumber. Your plumber can detect leaks and broken pipes way before they show, at which point it is too late. A pipe with even a 1/8 inch crack can waste up to 250 gallons and general leaks can waste up to 90 gallons per day. Toilet clogs and backups must also be addressed promptly because these can also lead to flooding in your basement.

Other causes for basement flooding:

  • Accumulation of rainwater or melting snow
  • Toilet clogs and system backups
  • Frozen pipes bursting
  • Sewage backup
  • Leaks in pipes

Watch Out For Water

Any water stains on walls or puddles on the floor that you notice must be addressed as soon as possible. If it is not a flood, it can become one. Puddles are usually because of a leak or a broken pipe.

Sump Pumps Can Save The Day

sump-pumpsIf you are unsure of the state of your plumbing and thing your basements may be prone to flooding, then a sump pump can help. If you live in an area with melting snow or rainwater accumulating then this device can push the water away from your home. Water accumulation can affect the foundation your home and cause mold.

Sump pumps run on electricity which may be the first thing to go out, consider a battery backup for rainy days.

Clean Out The Gutters

Blocked gutters are not fun. If you add to this the possibility of rainfall, then overflowing gutters can cause your drains to simply send water back up and into your property. This can easily flood one of your rooms with water that is toxic and harmful to your health and your possessions. Get your gutters checked out before the rainy season.

If you have a septic tank then address it’s cleaning during spring time and ask your local plumbers about the frequency of professional cleanings required.

We can Help

For those looking for plumbing solutions Pompano Beach FL, we, at Your1Plumber offer same day services and coupons so you can get the best service promptly and t the best price! Call us today (561-403-1500) or visit our site to choose the best for your plumbing, drain cleaning, toilet repair and leaks!

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