Flooding can happen at any time of the year. Whether there is a heavy rain fall, the harsh Michigan snow has melted causing ice damming or a pipe bursts within your home. Even that small basement leak may end up being not so small and costing you more in the end. Oakland County is filled with flood hazard areas, and if you live in areas like Troy, Bloomfield Hills and West Bloomfield it’s wise to have your home prepared.
If your home doesn’t have a sump pump already, install one to avoid ground water from entering your home. It’s also handy to have an extra battery on-hand. In high flood areas, like Oakland County, sewers can back up and enter a home through drainpipes causing excess damage to a home and your health. Watch for frozen pipes throughout the winter months and avoid overflowing sinks and bathtubs.
Like your body, your home also needs a checkup and maintenance to avoid flooding or any other harm. Additionally, doing basic upkeep of such as keeping gutters and downspouts clean can help prevent water getting into your home. Caulking cracks (large and small) is another way to help prevent basement flooding.
If you have recently had flood damage, give us a call 248-333-3987, or check out our website to see how we can help: https://bloomfieldconstruction.com/michigan-water-damage/.
