Getting Rid Of Water Intrusion
Basement leaks are a little more complicated. You can solve
water intrusion in the basement by keeping water away from the foundation. Here are some steps you can take:
- Clean gutters. Congested gutters cannot send water to the downspouts and away from your building.
- Redirect downspouts. Their openings should be in a way that distracts water from flowing away from the building. Consider adding downspout extenders if downspouts release water less than five feet from the building.
- Look at your yard. Is it classified to direct water away from your home? If your yard slants toward your home, you may need to excavate a swale (shallow ditch).