Basements are subject to flooding due to their locations. They are beneath the ground. They are above the waste water management systems and have pipes running through the walls, floors and exposed. The issues you need to deal with include

• Pipe Freezing

  : In winter, pipes may freeze and burst. This will result in the flooding of the basement

• Sewer System Backup

  : When there is an incompatible meeting of your sanitary system and the main sewer lines, a back-up may occur. This will spread a mixture of waste water and other far from delectable items throughout your basement.

Basement Flood Prevention

There are various ways you can prevent floods from occurring in your basement. Some are relatively easy to install and take care of. This is certainly true for frozen pipes. To prevent it, make sure the water pipes are wrapped in the right type of insulation.

When it comes to handling the problem of sewer systems, proper flood prevention requires the adoption of a multi-prong approach. You need to consider any or all of the following.

• Make sure all pipes are in working order. They should not be blocked or unprotected as they run through the basement.
• Install a backwater valve and/or a sump pump. Both devices are there to help prevent flooding of the basement. If you already have one, make sure you check it regularly to see it is in prime condition and operating efficiently.
• If you have weeping tiles, make sure they are in good working condition. If not, replace them.

If you want to avoid a flooded basement, you need to

The best way to steer clear of a flooded basement, you will need to make sure you maintain a proper system of flood prevention methods. To see if the current plumbing system is up to the task, talk to a plumber. Have him or her over to perform an inspection. This will provide you with the basic idea of whether your basement can truly weather a flood.