Basement floods and how to prevent them?

Some common causes of basement flooding:

1. Major or Minor Plumbing leaks
2. Leaky basement windows
3. Leaky basement foundation

After a flooded basement disaster, you must take the following immediate action

A big cleaning is needed and here are some tips on the procedures to take:

• Some garbage can go to the landfill. Check the rules with your municipality or regional eco-center.
• Discard anything that has been in contact with the water damage and that can not be disinfected, such as mattresses, rugs, upholstered furniture, soft toys, pillows, books, and stationery, etc. Do not take any chances with your health.
• Wash anything that has been in contact with the basement flood with hot water and a liquid detergent. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
• Disinfect the walls and floor with bleach, one cup of bleach per 5 gallons of water.
• Discard plasterboard wall materials and insulating materials such as mineral wool.
• Remove the Water and dry the area

Need the help of an expert?

Everest Drain and Plumbing are at your service to offer basement flooding prevention, to avoid further damage to the kitchen, toilet, sewer, and drain. If left unresolved, damage to the basement of your building can cost a lot. That’s why you should call Everest Drain and Plumbing as soon as possible to prevent the basement in Toronto.

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