{"id":1738,"date":"2017-02-16T15:11:12","date_gmt":"2017-02-16T15:11:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/san-fernando-ca\/blog\/7-key-tips-to-keep-water-out-of-your-basement\/"},"modified":"2017-02-16T15:11:12","modified_gmt":"2017-02-16T15:11:12","slug":"keep-water-out-of-your-basement","status":"publish","type":"blog","link":"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/san-fernando-ca\/blog\/keep-water-out-of-your-basement\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Key Tips to Keep Water Out of Your Basement"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><h2>Table of Contents<\/h2><nav><ul><li><a href=\"#1-clean-rain-gutters\">1. Clean Rain Gutters<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#2-extend-downspouts\">2. Extend Downspouts<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#3-slope-the-ground-away-from-the-foundation\">3. Slope the Ground Away from the Foundation<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#4-seal-gaps-in-the-basement\">4. Seal Gaps in the Basement<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#5-install-a-french-drain\">5. Install a French Drain<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#6-waterproof-interior-basement-walls\">6. Waterproof Interior Basement Walls<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#7-install-a-sump-pump\">7. Install a Sump Pump<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"float: left;height: 208px;margin: 10px 20px;width: 400px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/san-fernando-ca-new\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/856\/2018\/06\/5.20keep-water2.png\" alt=\"\"><strong>Keep Water Out of Your Basement: Effective Tips to Protect Your Home<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Water entering your basement due to drainage problems, flash floods, appliance failures, or other issues can lead to severe damage. To avoid costly repairs, it\u2019s essential to take proactive steps. Here\u2019s what you can do to keep water out of your basement and protect your home:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-clean-rain-gutters\">1. <strong>Clean Rain Gutters<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Blocked gutters can lead to water pouring directly into your home\u2019s foundation, raising the risk of basement flooding. Clear out any leaves or debris, and check for loose particles from asphalt roofing. Tighten any loose straps and gutter extensions, and flush out downspouts with a garden hose if clogged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-extend-downspouts\">2. <strong>Extend Downspouts<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ensure your downspouts extend at least five feet away from your home to keep water from pooling around the foundation. You can add plastic or metal extensions or install an underground drain pipe to redirect gutter runoff away from your house.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"301\" height=\"167\" src=\"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/san-fernando-ca-new\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/856\/2017\/02\/keep-water-out-of-your-basement-1.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-19998\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Call us today at <a href=\"tel:+18189228330\" class=\"phone-link\">(818) 922-8330<\/a> for immediate assistance to <strong>keep water out of your basement<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-slope-the-ground-away-from-the-foundation\">3. <strong>Slope the Ground Away from the Foundation<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The soil around your foundation should slope at least six inches over the first 10 feet to direct rainwater away from your home. Proper grading prevents water from seeping into your basement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-seal-gaps-in-the-basement\">4. <strong>Seal Gaps in the Basement<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Water can enter through cracks or gaps around plumbing pipes or in concrete walls. Seal these openings with polyurethane caulk or hydraulic cement. If water is coming through the floor, sealing won\u2019t solve the issue, you will need to address groundwater infiltration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u00a0Call us today at <a href=\"tel:+18189228330\" class=\"phone-link\">(818) 922-8330<\/a> for immediate assistance to <strong>keep water out of your basement<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-install-a-french-drain\">5. <strong>Install a French Drain<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For more severe water issues, consider installing a French drain, an underground pipe system that diverts water away from your home\u2019s foundation, offering long-term protection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-waterproof-interior-basement-walls\">6. <strong>Waterproof Interior Basement <a href=\"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/san-fernando-ca\/blog\/how-to-dry-wet-walls\/\" data-type=\"blog\" data-id=\"2289\">Walls<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Apply a sealant to basement walls to prevent condensation and water leakage. You can use concrete coatings, waterproof paint, or silicate-based sealers. If necessary, waterproofing the exterior walls may be required, though this involves excavation and can be costly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u00a0Call us today at <a href=\"tel:+18189228330\" class=\"phone-link\">(818) 922-8330<\/a> for immediate assistance to <strong>keep water out of your basement<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-install-a-sump-pump\">7. <strong>Install a Sump Pump<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A sump pump helps protect your basement from flooding by pumping out water that collects in a sump basin. It automatically activates when water levels rise, discharging the water safely outside your home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your basement has already flooded, avoid entering the area due to potential safety hazards and never come in direct contact with floodwater. <strong>For professional water damage repair and mold remediation services in San Fernando, call PuroClean of San Fernando at <a href=\"tel:+18189228330\" class=\"phone-link\">(818) 922-8330<\/a><\/strong>. 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