Flood Prevention Tips: Safeguard Your Home from Water Damage
April 30, 2024

 Preventing a Flood


  • If you protect your pipes from cold weather, you can prevent frozen pipes that will eventually burst and cause a flood.
  • Check your gutters to make sure that there isn’t anything blocking the water from moving smoothly. Debris sometimes will block gutters.
  • Test your sump pumps often, so that you know they are working properly and won’t fail.
  • Make sure your sprinklers aren’t damaging the exterior walls and foundation of your home. Turning off your sprinkler system and draining the outside faucets before winter hits is a good idea. This will also protect you from having frozen pipes.
  • The downspouts need to extend no less than six feet away from your property.
  • Always check your basement drainage features and make sure they are clear, especially during and after a storm.
  • Shut off water supply while you aren’t home, like washing machines and dishwashers.
  • Inspect your showers and tubs.


Preventative measures can go a long way. If you suspect any type of water damage in your home from water damage, call Swift Restoration for a thorough inspection. A professional water damage restoration team will be able to help you locate and quickly restore any damage caused by misplaced water in your home.

 

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