How to Prevent Basement Flooding in Rainy Season (Posted 2013-05-14 11:02:20)Fraine, Ken
Last Thursday or so, we had about four inches of rain. I was in my basement Friday morning and didn’t notice anything. On Saturday morning, however, I went down there to get something, only to find that the carpet was saturated with water. It turns out that our sump pump had failed...
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To avoid wet floors and standing water in your basement, install a sump pump and a perimeter drain. Never dry wet clothes in the basement. Also never vent such appliances such as dryers, stoves, heaters, and air conditioners inside the basement. Rather, exhaust them to the outside. Every ...
is to avoid moving into a home with a wet basement in the first place; any purchase offer should be contingent on inspection by a qualified professional. However, if you are already living in a home that has basement water problems, there are several possiblesolutions, according to Energy ...
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A flooded basement is a homeowner's worst nightmare. Here are the first things you should do when you notice flooding, who you should call, and how to waterproof your basement to avoid future flooding
Do not move through moving water if at all possible. Use a stick to insure the ground is firm. Do not drive in flooded areas. Vehicles can quickly be swept away. Avoid downed power lines. After a Flood Return home only when authorities say it is safe. ...