Having to deal with a flooded basement is a huge hassle. Because of this, you should make sure that you do everything you can to prevent the basement from flooding. The following are a few tips to help you do just this:
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Use a battery-back up sump pump – A sump pump is an excellent system for the extraction of water from your basement. Make sure that you have one that contains a battery back up in case of a power outage.
- Know where the water-main shutoff valve is – Find the water-main shutoff valve and label it. Make sure everyone in your home knows where it is. This way you can turn the water off immediately if there is a leak.
- Install a whole-house leak detector – Whole house leak detectors use wireless transmitters to detect any leaks throughout your home. If a leak is detected, it will automatically shut off your water. This can be quite helpful if you are away from home for a long period of time.
These are a few ways that you can prevent your basement from flooding. For additional tips, or for information about water extraction, contact us at Parker Young today.