Prevent Water Damage: Protect Your Home from Spring Drainage Risks
As spring arrives, the strain on your municipality’s drainage system increases due to the combination of winter runoff and rainfall. This heightened pressure significantly raises the risk of the system overflowing, which can lead to water entering your home and causing potential damage.
The Risks of Sewer Water Flooding in Your Home
Imagine walking into your basement to find it flooded with contaminated sewer water, causing significant damage to your walls, floors, and furniture. Even worse, irreplaceable items you had stored away could be ruined beyond recovery, leaving you with not only physical damage but also the emotional loss of precious belongings. The situation becomes even more overwhelming as you realize the long and costly process of cleanup and repairs, all while dealing with the loss of sentimental treasures.
Steps to Prevent Water Damage
Your home is your castle—protect it and shield your family from unnecessary hardship by taking simple steps to prevent water damage from sewer back-ups. You can easily tackle many of these tasks yourself or hire an experienced landscaper to handle them:
- If the ground slopes toward your house, hire a landscaper to backfill with clay soil and create a slope away from the building.
- Extend downspouts at least six feet away from the foundation, directing water toward your lawn or garden.
- Clean leaves and debris from gutters and ensure they run water seasonally, starting from the highest point.
- Hire a plumber to install backwater valves and make sure they are properly sealed, well-maintained, and regularly cleaned.
- Install a sump pump with a battery backup system in your basement to pump excess groundwater out and away from your home.
Secure Your Home with WATERtight
Taking the right precautions to prevent sewer back-up not only helps protect your home, but it could also save you money on your insurance. Want to learn more? Get in touch with your Unica Broker to discover how WATERtight protection can benefit you!
This add-on solution offers comprehensive coverage for damages caused by Flood, Ground Water, Surface Water, and Sewer Backup. Plus, it provides extra protection for living expenses if you need to evacuate or if flooding makes access to your home impossible. Don’t miss out—reach out today to see how you can enhance your coverage!
