Basement Flooding Problems

Here are some of the most common causes of flooded basements.

• Drainage tile or pipe failure
  There are sanitary and storm sewer pipes flowing in and around your home that are vulnerable to issues. The smallest cracks or loose joints in these pipes could make your basement flooded.
• Improperly installed or failure in backwater valve
  Sometimes the cause will be obvious because flooding occurs after a large storm and during large storms, the rain water can enter the City’s sanitary in unusual ways. This rainfall can cause the sewer to surcharge and back up into homes, resulting in basement flooding. When drainage is not draining to its way, then, there may be some defects in the backwater valve. 
• Clogged sewer line
  The reason for blockage of a sanitary sewer is simply due to what is being drained down the sink or flushed down the toilet. Moreover, the tree roots might penetrate and the lateral might collapse because of gradual deterioration and these scenarios can block the drainage pipe resulting in basement flooding.
• Land around your home doesn’t slope away from your home
  If the grade of the land surrounding your home is slanted towards the house, then you are significantly more likely to endure basement flooding. This is because that slope causes rainwater to pass directly toward your home basement rather than away.

A flooded basement can be a nightmare. Knowing the most common causes and tips to prevent basement flooding is the best preventative measure you can take to keep that nightmare from becoming a reality. You can also avoid costly home damage from basement flooding.

Tips to prevent basement floods

• Inspect your sewer lines for blockages
• Inspect your drainage system regularly
• Contact a professional plumber for repairs and waterproofing
• Check basement walls for any cracks, break or weak spots
• Keep your foundation dry and water away
• Snake your piping regularly

What to do when your basement is flooding?

Following the below steps will provide some relief and find a clear way to go through the situation.

• Put safety first and shut off power, gas and the main water line. Because dealing with a flooded area can be alarming, extra safety precautions should be taken.
• Remove important things to a dry place and allow them to wet as quickly as possible to prevent rot and mildew.
• Call your plumber to identify and fix the issue caused by the flooding. Everest Drain & Plumbing is a professional plumbing company in Toronto to make any necessary plumbing repairs that may have caused your basement to flood.
• After the issue has been solved, clean up, sanitize and deodorize your basement.

Therefore, to keep damage to a minimum, it’s a good idea to act quickly and hire professional drain specialists. They will identify the cause of issues and provide an appropriate solution. For this, Everest Drain and Plumbing’s professionals are highly qualified in restoring your flooded basements. They have the experience, expertise, and latest technology to remove the water and dry your basement properly.

Reasons to choose Everest Drain & Plumbing

• 24 hour emergency service
• Highly trained and professional drain and water damage restoration specialists
• Licensed and Insured
• Locally owned and operated
• Effective, efficient, and affordable service