Basement Flooding Solutions

9/24/2018 (Permalink)

Storm board up in a Olean, NY home

During storm season in Olean,NY , one of the most common areas of the home to flood is the basement. It has a few things working against it. It's below the flood line, and any flood from the house is likely to drain into it. Exterior cracks in the foundation below ground are harder to find and repair. If your basement floods, you need the proper equipment and probably help from flood mitigation experts to solve the problem.

Large Volume of Water

A large volume of water calls for quick extraction. While it's important to wait until the storm has passed and the flow of water into your home has stopped, you don't want to delay any longer than necessary. If you are pumping the water out yourself, there are a few things you may need:

• Sump pump to remove water
• Trash pump to remove water and debris
• Industrial hose
• Generator for power

Professionals typically pump water into a tank mounted inside their vehicle so that they can dispose of it safely in another location. If you do not have a safe place to pump the water, it may be useful to leave it up to technicians who have the equipment you lack.

Small Amount of Flooding

If you do not have standing water in your basement, or if you have already extracted it, you still need to dry out your basement after a flood. Even if surfaces are merely moist, mold growth can occur. Use a wet vacuum to leach water out of carpet or upholstery. You can also use a dehumidifier or set up large fans to dry out the area. Make sure that everything is dry so that your basement does not sustain further damage.

When your basement floods, it is a good idea to call professional cleaners to help fix it. They have the equipment needed to remedy the flooding and fix the damage.