Preventing a Basement Flood

A basement flood in your home, cottage or commercial building can mean major clean up, health issues and expensive restoration; not to mention the stress of the interruption to your home life or business, and finding ways to prevent another flood from happening.

Your basement could flood at any time. Even new structures develop wet or leaky basements. The most common causes of basement floods are:

• Excessive accumulation of rain water or melting snow around your home
• A clogged or insufficient drainage system including blocked roof gutters and downspouts
• Cracks in your basement walls and foundation
• Condensation from warm moist air interacting with cold basement walls
• Plumbing leaks or overflows

As your property ages, wall cracks and leaks are bound to develop. This increases your risk of a wet or leaky basement.

How to Prevent a Basement Flood

Whatever causes the flooding, you need to waterproof your basement or crawlspace to fix the problem permanently.

Owners of homes and buildings in low lying areas, flood zones or where spring thaws occur can use a basement waterproofing system to help prevent flooding. Waterproofing your basement and crawl spaces is more cost-effective than any remedial measures.

• Contact a recognized basement specialist for a flood risk assessment of your basement. This will help identify any structural issues or other concerns that could cause a basement flood in the future.
• Review various waterproofing systems before you decide which one is best suited for your basement.
• Make sure that the area around your house is properly graded to drain water away from the foundation.
• Clean your drainage systems every season to prevent clogging.
• Repair all wall cracks and leaks to avoid water seepage and structural damage.

Clarke Basement Systems offers state-of-the-art waterproofing systems that protect your home from basement floods. Our solutions employ the latest technology, are meticulously installed by waterproofing professionals and include a 100% Customer Satisfaction Guarantee. You can count on us to keep your basement warm and dry all year round.

• Your property has unique waterproofing requirements and we tailor our solutions to meet your needs.
• Our extensive range of solutions to prevent basement floods include installation of sump pumps, wall, floor and plumbing insulation systems, permanent wall crack repair, piping systems, window well drainage and exterior sealants.
• You are protected by a 100% Customer Satisfaction Warranty by the Basement Systems national network of waterproofing specialists.
• Take advantage of affordable financing options to get the best waterproofing system for your property when you need it.