Water takes the path with least resistance, and with heavy rain comes higher water levels. Higher water levels can bring new paths into your home. Due to the devastating impact it can have on the foundation and the contributing factor to mold developing, we want to make sure you’re property is protected. Here are a few tips when dealing with heavy rain.
Know Where The Water Will Flow:
Proper drainage is key. The rooftop is your property’s first line of defense against rainfall. So make sure there is no damage and that the construction of your roof is solid. The goal is to provide a resistance free path to the gutters to ensure the flow away from your home. Even a small crack or cavity can interrupt this flow, creating an unwanted leak.
Gutters:
Confirm that all gutters are free of debris, allowing a smooth stream away from your house. Downspouts should point away from your home, ensuring that any water flows with the slope of your yard. The goal is to prevent the water that comes with heavy rain from settling into the foundation of your home. So, clean gutters, downspouts, and the slope of your yard will help to direct flow away from your foundation.
Heavy Rain:
Heavy rain doesn’t always come with a fair warning. Be aware of window seals, especially low windows that are near ground level, or lead to a basement. Make sure doors below ground level are clear of debris so that drains can properly divert water away from your property. Keeping clean grounds and proper seals can give you better peace of mind for when heavy rain decides to sneak into the forecast.
Heavy Rain Brings Wind:
Trees, poles, and other large objects such as patio furniture or basketball hoops can stir with a booming gust of wind. Any large branches that drape over or near the property should be removed. Poles and furniture should be secure and/or properly stored during a storm. Strong winds typically coincide with heavy rain.
If your home has a chimney, be sure to check that no bricks are breaking and that no gaps are forming. Along with chimneys, sump pumps should be checked annually by a professional. Property owners should also inspect that the sump pump is working properly.
Water Leaks:
Whether it’s from outside or inside your home, leaks should be fixed asap. Dark spots on the ceiling, walls, and around pipes could be water from rainfall or from leaky plumbing. Promptly find the source and repair before the damage has a chance to worsen.
Water Damage Restoration:
In the unfortunate event that your home or property does suffer from water damage, it is important to contact a water damage restoration company immediately. No matter the cause, be it by heavy rain or internal leaks, water damage brings a concern for potential health hazards. Moisture promotes mold and other risks to people and the property itself.
When dealing with restoration, you want to make sure to return your home to better-than-pre-flood conditions as quick as possible. That’s what we specialize in, here at Impressions Carpet and Restoration, servicing northern VA. Whether you need emergency remediation or comprehensive restoration, keep these things in mind:
- Available 24/7 for emergencies
- Capable of cleaning carpets, rugs, mattresses, furniture, and other surfaces
- Allergy relief treatment
- Sanitation and protection for mattresses, carpet, and upholstery
- Restoring indoor air quality
- Full restoration of indoor surfaces
No matter how big or small, whether flooding or leaking, we specialize in water extraction. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at 703-955-7556. We are more than happy to assist.
