There are two major times of the year when most homes are at major risk of a basement flood:
If your basement is flooded, then you should take action right away to ensure overall safety. Continue reading →
Whether from a storm, a burst pipe, or snow melt, when you find yourself with a flooded basement, it’s never a pleasant experience. There are some steps that you can take before calling in the professionals, and we at AA Action Waterproofing want to make sure that you’re prepared in the instance you ever find yourself in such a situation. A flooded basement isn’t only messy, it can be dangerous as well, and we want you to be prepared to get your basement back into usable, and dry, shape once again.
The first thing you should do if you find yourself with a flooded basement is to pay close attention to your safety and the safety of your family. A flooded basement can cause a number of different health or safety hazards such as: Continue reading →
Finding yourself with a flooded basement isn’t only inconvenient, it can be hazardous to your health and safety as well, and we at AA Action Waterproofing find that many homeowners don’t fully realize just the types of dangers that basement flooding presents. Because of this, we always recommend bringing in the professionals when you find yourself with a flooded basement, as this is one way you can save yourself from being exposed to the many health or safety hazards that may come along with standing water finding its way into your home. Continue reading →
When it comes to basement flooding prevention, the season that most homeowners consider first is typically spring, as this brings heavy, and frequent, rains to many parts of the country. Rain is often the culprit for many basement flooding situations, but what many homeowners do not realize is that winter brings just as much of a risk. The snows that come along in winter may look peaceful and beautiful at first, but as they melt, they will create a surplus of water seeping into the ground with little place to settle. Whether the ground is frozen solid and unyielding to any water, or there is simply too much water which causes oversaturation, either scenario can lead your basement down a harrowing path. Continue reading →
Winter is coming up quickly, and with it all of the long-range winter forecasts as meteorologists around the country get a more accurate glimpse of what this cold weather season may have in store. For many parts of the country, a snowy winter is expected, and this can lead to homeowners dealing with basement moisture during the most uncomfortable time of the year. When a basement floods in the winter, the clean-up process is typically even more harrowing and costly, and many homeowners don’t consider snow melt to be a basement hazard until it’s too late, so it’s always best to waterproof your basement before winter in order to avoid being in this type of situation. Continue reading →
When you find that moisture has found its way into your basement or your home, through cracks in the foundation, a space between the wall and the floor, or damage to your retaining walls, a cleanup process will then be necessary to ensure mold doesn’t follow. When cleaning up after moisture, it’s important to remain vigilant and make sure that every bit of the moisture has been properly taken care of, as this is the only way you can ensure a mold problem won’t arise. Continue reading →
A flooded basement can cost you plenty of money, but there are ways you can save:
A basement flood can be one of the most serious crises that you could deal with while owning your home. However, when you partner with the right company to help you, you can protect yourself from being overcharged. Continue reading →
If your basement is flooding, you could have a potential emergency on your hands. There are plenty of things in the average basement that just don’t mix with flood water!
There are many things that you can do to reduce the risk of harm and perhaps even slow down property damage in the event that your basement is flooding. Most basements don’t flood completely within a short time, giving you a window in which to react. Continue reading →
Is your basement flooded? Are you concerned about the possibility of your basement flooding in the future? If so, it’s a good idea to know what you should do right away in that emergency.
All homes with basements have some risk of flooding. However, homes that are older are at significantly greater flood risk, and water can encroach on your property very quickly. Continue reading →
