BASEMENT FLOODING

Basements are the most common area of your home to be flooded. Whether it’s from heavy rainfall, a roof drainage problem or a sump pump malfunction, water seems to always find its way into basements. One of the most common causes of basement flooding in Virginia, Maryland and Washington D.C. homes and businesses is sump pump failures due to power outages after storms.

 

It’s always a good idea to have a battery backup and an alarm system installed. Compared to the costs and headaches associated with having to deal with flood damage cleanup and restoration, it’s a no-brainer. However, if you find your basement flooded, Flood Doctor technicians are trained, certified and ready to get water out of your basement, clean and preserve your possessions, and mitigate your property as quickly and efficiently as possible.

DIY SOME OF THE CLEANUP TO SAVE MONEY

 

Once the water is pumped out, the rest can be a DIY job. Just make sure to protect yourself with:

• Gloves
• Rubber boots
• Eye protection
• A mask (especially if you’re dealing with a sewage backup)
• A nose plug if the smell is really bad
• Open all windows and doors, and run large fans and dehumidifiers.
• Scrub water-contaminated walls, floors, cabinetry, or hardware with a soapy solution. Ventilate again.

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