Spring is finally here, with melting snow and plenty of rain. Although the season holds out the promise of new beginnings, it also holds peril—flooded basements and leaky roofs. As the weather heats up, melting snow and heavy rains can overwhelm drainage systems, leading to possible water damage to your home. A little preparation now can spare you costly headaches later.
Get ahead of potential flooding and protect your home with these must know prevention tips:
Clean Your Gutters, Downspouts & Window Wells
Remove any debris that may have built up to allow water to drain away from your home. Clogged gutters can lead to them overflowing and possible water damage, so get them cleaned!
Check Your Sump Pump
If you do happen to have a sump pump, inspect it regularly and make sure you have a battery backup system in place in case the power goes out. No sump pump? If your basement tends to experience water accumulation, one might stop you from dreaming about gigantic floods.
Install a Backflow Water Valve
Sewer backups are the last thing you want to deal with. A backflow water valve can halt this dirty and costly nightmare.
Clear Storm Drains
If there is still snow on the storm drains near your home, clearing the way can prevent water from accumulating around your home.
Trim Trees Near Your Home
Overhanging branches from trees can ruin your roof and lead to leaks. Have trees trimmed so you don’t have to stress about unexpected water damage. If it’s a city tree, you can put in a request to have it trimmed by your city.
Fix Past Flooding Problems
If your house has leaked in the past, it’s likely to happen again. Plug any cracks that you can see in your walls or foundation, but for big problems, get a professional’s advice.
Proactive measures today will spare you from expensive repairs tomorrow. Stay dry this Spring!
For more information on how to prevent flooding, check out these blog posts below:
Hydro One – Flood Prevention and Safety Tips
Northbridge Insurance – Key tips on how to prevent flood damage
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