5 Tips To Battle Basement Flooding

The spring is here and you know what that means – spring rains will bring out the worst in flawed foundations and grading, leaving homeowners

with flooded basements. With that said, here are 5 ways to avoid basement flooding!

Gutters & Downspouts

Ensure your home gutters are free of any debris and position the downspouts to direct

storm runoff away from the foundation.

Seal Foundation Cracks

Inspect the basement for foundation cracks in the walls and floors so you can

immediately seal or repair them with epoxy or masonry sealer.

Install A Sump Pump

Whether you dig out a pit in the basement for a sump pump or place it in the lowest part of the

basement, a new sump pump will send water out of the basement.

Learn more about Tsurumi submersible pumps to protect your home from basement flooding!

Window Well Cover

If your basement has windows below ground-level of the home, install window well covers to prevent rain, leaves and

debris from entering the pit. Image Credit: windowwellexperts.com

Review Insurance

Most homeowners' insurance policies do not cover damages from flooding and you

should consider purchasing flood insurance to offset costs in the event your

basement floods.