15 Apr Stop your property from flooding!
How to stop your property from flooding when the snow melts and thaw season begins!
Over the winter season snow buildups overtime can cover our yards as well as create massive snowbanks leaning up against the exterior walls of your home. Spring is in our midst and with next week’s temperatures raising to a high of 10+ degrees with spring showers leaks are going to happen which could cause flooding. In this article the waterproofers at ACCL Waterproofing will go over prevention tips so you can avoid flooding in your home!
Tips for Preventing a Wet Leaky Flooded Basement from Thaws and Snow Melts
In Canada the majority of snow melts and thaws happen during March and April, making it important to pay attention to weather forecasts so you can plan ahead and get ready for the spring showers!
- Roof Inspection- Inspect your roof and eavestroughs for leaves and buildup.
- Keep Gutters & Down Spouts Clean – Keep gutters clean and extend downspouts away from the house and foundation. This will help limit roof water from collecting and pooling around the foundation.
- Landscape – The grade around your foundation should slope away from the house to keep rainfall from collecting and pooling against foundation walls.
- Sump Pump Maintenance – Make sure your sump pump is working properly. Make sure the sump pump is plugged into a working electrical outlet. Sump Pump Systems should be serviced (preventative maintenance) at least once a year.
- Install A Sump Pump – A sump pump with an automatic level switch should be installed into a basement sump pit (sump liner). When water enters the sump pit, the sump pump will pump water out of the basement (below grade) and away from the house.
- Install A Backup Sump Pump – A battery backup sump pump will automatically pump water out and away from the house when there is power loss or if the primary sump pump fails. A battery backup sump pump will also pump water out if the primary pump becomes overwhelmed.
- Repair Foundation Cracks– Inspect your basement and repair any cracks. Make Sure There are No Cracks in the foundation wall.
- Repair Window Leaks & Protect Window Wells– Inspect basement windows for leaks. If they are leaking, repair them or have them replaced. If your basement windows are below grade, clean any debris around the windows and consider installing Window Well Covers.
- Check & Prevent Frozen Pipes – Inspect plumbing that is exposed in the basement. Insulate all water pipes from cold moving to prevent from pipe burst from freezing.
Inside your house, there are a few items you should make sure are working: a back flow valve, a sump pump, as well as the front cleanout.
If you do nothing to prevent floods from happening the outcome could be:
- Water damaged
- Clogged drains
- Mold and mildew
- Warped floorboards
- Contaminated drinking water
- Diseases
- Structure displacements
When temperatures begin to rise after a long winter, it can certainly be reason to celebrate. But if you’ve got significant snow accumulation on, or around, your home it can also be cause for concern.
Don’t Drown in a wet basement!
Rely On Wet Basement Waterproofing Experts in Toronto
If you’ve noticed foundation cracks, spots, water, mold, and mildew, don’t ignore the signs or it could lead to more damage and possible health effects.
The basement waterproofing specialists at ACCL Waterproofing know how to repair your basement and foundation walls and keep moisture out of your basement. We would be pleased to develop a guaranteed solution to keep your basement dry!
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