Water in your Basement? Speed Dial SERVPRO®

3/6/2020 (Permalink)

Our SERVPRO® team was quick to respond to this flooded basement and is shown here extracting the water.

When it rains, it pours. According to statistics published by the American Society of Home Inspectors, roughly 60% of the houses in the United States have moisture problems. With the spring season being just around the corner, homeowners should be prepared for heavy rainfall and take preventative measures against possible basement water issues.

So, what can you do? Here is a list of several things that can minimize the risk of having a wet basement:

• Ensure your gutters clear of leaves and other debris
• Check your downspouts (it’s recommended to extend them at least 10 feet from your home)
• Landscape slope – the land around your home should be sloping away from it
• Seal your basement
• Check for signs of foundation damage
• Install a sump pump (also consider buying a backup battery-powered pump in case the power goes out)

Should you experience a water damage situation in your home, immediate action is critical as mold can quickly and easily spread. A fast response lessens the damage, limits further damage, and reduces cost. Our highly trained SERVPRO® team has the experience, expertise, and advanced equipment needed to remove the water, dry your basement properly, and perform mold remediation, if necessary.

We are also available 24/7! Give us a call at 330-393-9999 for all of your water cleanup, damage repair, and restoration needs, and remember that we are Faster to any size disaster.