Ways to Prevent Basement Flooding this Hurricane Season

As heavy rains continue during the hurricane season in Savannah, people are reminded that any basement is at

at risk of flooding, even if it has never happened before. Know what to do if your basement has flooded. First and

foremost, consider your family’s health and safety. Entering a wet basement could be hazardous! When in doubt,

don’t enter the flooded area until you are told it is safe by a professional water damage restoration company in

Savannah to do so. When water damage strikes, a delayed response only aggravates the destruction. Mold

flourishes within 24 to 48 hours of water damage. Wood structures begin to rot and weaken, leading to an

uninhabitable environment. Rather than wait for damage to spread, consult a restoration professional like 

ServiceMaster of Savannah for immediate flood damage restoration services in Savannah.

Take action; ServiceMaster of Savannah offers some steps you can take today to protect your home:

• Check your sump pump for proper operation and follow the manufacturer’s maintenance recommendations.

For example, you may wish to confirm it’s plugged in, back-up batteries are charged, and the system is working properly.

• Ensure your downspouts are properly connected so water can route safely away. They should be free of debris
  
  

and in most cases, should be draining over the top of the lawn, at least two meters away from your house.  

• Check that your rain barrels are connected to catch the rainwater, and that the overflow hose is directed away
  
  

from the foundation of your home. 

• Check your sewer backwater valve and maintain it according to the manufacturer’s directions. For example, if
  
  

you can do so safely, you may wish to open the lid, clean it out, confirm there is a good seal in place and test its

operation.

• Reduce your water use on rainy days. When it’s raining heavily the sewers may fill up. Using a lot of water during
  
  

heavy rains can contribute to basement flooding and overflows to your environment. Consider using less water in

extreme weather situations.

• If you know that a catch basin on your street is covered in debris, we’d appreciate if you could take some time to
  
  

clear it. This will help make sure that rainwater can enter the storm sewer and also this promotes good drainage

away from your neighborhood.

Restoration professionals from ServiceMaster of Savannah are prepared to extract all traces of water from

your flooded basement during the hurricane season on any part of your property. Water damage in Savannah,

especially when it contains sewage, is an emergency situation. Certified IICRC technicians will arrive onsite to

expedite the restoration process promptly.

For a 24-hour emergency assistance with basement flood in your home or business property in Savannah, call ServiceMaster of Savannah. Call or schedule an appointment at 912-244-6966 today for your 24/7 Emergency Service!