Flood Prevention In Your Basement

6/30/2020 (Permalink)

Rain can be a daily occurrence during the summer in some parts of the country, and that includes Middle Tennessee. Flooding is a very real hazard when this happens, of course, and that can be not only inconvenient but also very dangerous and costly. Your possessions can be ruined, and building structures can often be affected negatively. In these times, you can contact a professional water restoration company for help. Such a company is an expert in water damage cleanup and repair. 

While flooding can’t be predicted most of the time, being aware of the areas of your home or business that are most vulnerable can help you be prepared to prevent flooding in those areas, and no area in your house is more at risk than your basement. Here are some ways you can practice flood prevention in your basement:

Basements and cellars need to be regularly inspected during wet weather since they have a number of easy entry points for water. If there is heavy rainfall during a storm, or if the building is near a body of water such as a lake or river, flooding is always going to be a possibility. Keep an eye open for cracks in the foundation, ceiling, and walls of these areas.

Ensure that the doors and windows of the basement or cellar area are properly sealed against wet conditions. Entries and stairs are also a potential problem area; make sure they are free of standing water and debris so that people don’t get hurt.

Take steps to make sure that water is drained away from the foundations of your buildings. Standing water in these areas can create weaknesses in walls and foundational elements, eventually allowing water to leak into your basement area. 

If you use machinery involving water in your basement, make sure you keep these items in good repair, as well. A cracked hose or a malfunctioning pump can release large amounts of water in a short period of time, and if you don’t visit your basement often you could end up with some issues due to standing water, such as serious corrosion or mold.

Our team of professionals here at SERVPRO of Belle Meade/West Nashville are highly trained and experienced in all repairs and cleanup needs that come from damage caused by water and fire; mold prevention and remediation is an area we are highly skilled in, too.