Are Your Gutters Putting You At Risk For Flooding

11/18/2021 (Permalink)

Common cause of flooding

One of the biggest fears we hear about from homeowners is a basement flood during a big storm. This fear is very valid, a flood can cause many repairs and damage your things. There can be damage to flooring, drywall, furniture, antiques, family heirlooms, and, worst of all, mold can grow. Repairing this damage is time-consuming, costly and worst of all, stressful. 

Issues with foundation drainage are one of the most common causes of a flooded basement. However, the main reason we see for flooded basements is overflowing gutters. 

If your gutters are clogged with debris, the water has no way to reach the downspout. This causes it to overflow from the gutters to the ground next to your house, only a few short feet from the foundation. As the ground is settling and moving, it causes stress on the foundation which causes cracking, letting water enter your home. Pressure from this may force water through the cracks in the concrete. The best fix for this is keeping gutters clean. Keeping gutters clean will prevent overflows, and quality gutter guards and routine cleaning to keep leaves and other debris clear keep gutters functioning properly. 

When your gutters cause flooding in your Mathews, Pineville, or Charlotte home it can be very overwhelming. You need to have professionals from your SERVPRO of South Mecklenburg County team to come to remove the water and repair the damages. Flooded basements create the possibility of damage as well as stress for you and your family. At SERVPRO of South Mecklenburg County, we understand this stress, which is why we are always “Faster to Any Size Disaster.” We have the equipment ready to remove water from your home and dehumidifiers to dry it out waiting for your call. Our moisture meters will also find any hidden water or mold growth in your home. 

When SERVPRO of South Mecklenburg County restores your home after a flood, we make it "Like it never even happened." Just give us a call at (704) 840-6112 so we can get to your home as soon as possible.

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