As heavy snowfall thaws, homeowners must be on the lookout for basement flooding. This common issue can cause a range of expensive problems to your home and possessions. However, it is possible to protect your basement from flooding.
When your basement floods, it causes a number of headaches. The surplus of water may cause serious damage to your basement and anything stored within it. Getting rid of standing water and replacing ruined material possessions can be costly and time-consuming. Finally, basement flooding can lead to health problems for your family. Even just a small amount of water in your basement can cause mold to grow, leading to health risks such as allergic reactions or fungal infections.
Flooding is most likely to occur in the winter and spring, as heavy snowfall melts and rainfall becomes more frequent. When large amounts of snow melt near your home, the soil surrounding your foundation becomes saturated with water. Rainfall in the spring adds to this saturation. This water can then infiltrate your basement through small cracks in the foundation, causing flooding.
At Intech Anchoring, we offer two options to protect your basement from flooding: the Hydraway Waterproofing System and Intech’s Wall Paneling System. The Hydraway Waterproofing System is a drainage system that incorporates three components: the Hydraway, HydraPanel, and sump pump. The sump pump uses exterior piping to remove water from your home. The HydraPanel sits at the weakest section of your home’s foundation to eliminate water and direct it to Hydraway, which also channels water away from your home.
The Basement Wall Paneling System is used alongside the Hydraway Waterproofing System to further protect against basement flooding. This system consists of customized, rigid panels that are attached to the walls of your basement. These panels protect against water infiltration while the Hydraway Waterproofing System eliminates any water that enters your basement.
The Hydraway Waterproofing System offers numerous benefits to homeowners. Not only does it eliminate water from your basement and protect against flooding, but this system is also capable of handling 70% more water than other drainage methods, and it is guaranteed to never clog. The Hydraway Waterproofing System is most suited to homes that face the problem of leakage and poor drainage.
When used alongside the Hydraway Waterproofing System, the Basement Wall Paneling System is also beneficial in protecting your basement from flooding. This system is extremely durable; while traditional painted-on systems ultimately peel off and allow water to enter your basement, the Basement Wall Paneling System offers permanent protection. Furthermore, this system is very easy to clean and adds brightness to any basement.
At Intech Anchoring, we offer over 20 years of experience in the waterproofing industry. Call us today at 800-223-7015 to learn more about our industry-leading solutions for protecting your basement from flooding this season.
Tim is the President of Intech Anchoring and has 25 years of experience in the Civil Engineering and Geostructural Industry. Tim has developed extensive industry knowledge by working to support the needs of specialty contractors at each and every business level. Tim’s diverse industry background has given him exposure to a wide variety civil construction projects, ranging from the simplest residential applications to the most complex commercial and industrial projects. Coupled with a highly skilled and educated team, Tim focuses on providing the highest quality products and solutions to Intech Anchoring’s customers in order to consistently exceed expectations.