How to Prevent Storm Flooding

For decades, homes have been required to have proper waterproofing or damp-proofing product on the walls as well as draintile systems at their footers. The older the home, the more likely this coating is to be significantly degraded or even non-existent, which is one of the many issues that often leads to water infiltration and further damage. If you are experiencing basement leaks, then it may be time to have professional basement waterproofing. 

At NV Waterproofing & Foundation Repair, we pride ourselves on ensuring our clients maintain the integrity of their homes’ foundations through our numerous services, including crawl space and foundation repairs, as well as affordable basement waterproofing. Since 1986, we have grown and succeeded based on the quality of our service and the consistent honesty and friendliness that our team offers to every one of our clients that we’ve received throughout the years. Here is what you can do to prevent storm flooding in your home: 

Clean Your Gutters

The purpose of your home’s gutter system is to channel excess rainwater from your roof and direct it as far from its foundation as possible. However, if there happens to be any debris, such as leaves or dirt in the gutters, this can inhibit the flow of water from the roof. This can lead to water pooling up in the gutters and spilling over near the edges of your home, where the soil is least absorbent, increasing the changes of water damage and flooding to your foundation. Therefore, cleaning your gutters and downspouts is one simple way of protecting your home from flood damage. 

Repair Any Cracks or Leaks

It's important to identify and repair any leaks or cracks that you find in your basement or foundation as soon as you can. You may notice that there are cracks in your foundation or leaks near your basement windows. The latter may be due to gradual water damage from the outside, usually from excess water spilling from the gutters, violent rains, as well as poor drainage in general. Leaks around the windows are also caused by gradual weather damage as well as very common force dynamics within the concrete. 

Depending on the severity of their condition, both the cracks and leaks can be repaired either by a simple caulk treatment and window replacement, or by hiring a water damage professional, in the most serious cases. 

Get Protective Basement Waterproofing from NV Waterproofing & Foundation Repair in Northern Virginia

Taking care of your home requires you to always remain alert and vigilant of any issues that may arise, but it also requires you to consider how you can prevent those issues from coming up in the first place. Follow the suggestions above and you’ll ensure your homes safety from floods and other forms of water damage, along with assistance from our team of experts at NV Waterproofing & Foundation Repair. We have helped residents throughout Northern Virginia by providing affordable waterproofing installations and water damage repairs, as well as providing reliable customer service for over three decades.

Contact us today at 1-703-690-3889 to get a free estimate or to learn more about our services.