The Importance of Proper Water Drainage Around Your Home
Water damage is a common problem for homeowners, particularly in the basement. While there are many potential causes of a leaky basement, one common issue is improper water drainage around the house. Let's take a quick look at why directing water away from your home is crucial, and what you can do to avoid a leaky basement.
When water accumulates near your home, it can seep into your basement through cracks in the foundation or walls. This can cause serious damage to your home, such as mold, rot, and structural instability. Additionally, a leaky basement can cause a range of other problems, including dampness, musty odors, and even health issues if mold is present.
How to Direct Water Away from Your Home
The best way to prevent water damage to your home is to direct water away from the foundation. You can do this by:
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Sloping the Ground Away from Your Home: To keep water from pooling near your home, you should make sure that the ground slopes away from the foundation. This will allow water to flow away from your home and into a drain or storm sewer.
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Installing Gutters and Downspouts: This is an absolute must to help direct water away from the foundation. Make sure that the downspouts are positioned far enough away from your home to prevent water from pooling near the foundation. Make sure all of the eavestroughs are clear of debris near the end of Fall. A clogged eavestrough can cause all kinds of efficiency problems leading to your downspouts.
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Adding a French Drain: A French drain is a trench filled with gravel and a perforated pipe that directs water away from your home. This is an effective solution if you have a persistent water problem near your home.
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Fixing any Leaks in the Roof: Leaks in the roof can cause water to accumulate near your home. Make sure to have any roof leaks fixed immediately to prevent water damage to your home and or garage.
Call me any time if you ever have a question about your home, or the Real Estate market.
David Cahill
The Right Move
RE/MAX Real Estate Centre Inc., Brokerage
Direct - 905-757-9519
davidcahill@live.ca
