Is It Fall Storms Gone Crazy Or Just Poor Drainage?

10/1/2020 (Permalink)

That wet musty corner of your basement... is it because of all the rain or could it have been prevented?  The fall is a great time to do, as the Australians say, "a walk-about" on your property.  Over time, erosion can cause what looks like mini-Grand Canyons running down the slopping areas of your yard.  If this occurs, often times water builds and penetrates into your home, rather than running off and away from the structure.  Once the water gets in, the dampness, musty smelling situations begins to build.  Many homeowners we've dealt with immediately fear that their foundation or structure of their house is cracked or damaged in some way.  They cringe at the thought of the large expense facing them.  In many, many, cases, this in fact is not the situation and by simply regrading the yard, or running downspout extenders away from the structure, the problem is quickly solved.

So, take a few minutes and walk about your property.  Check the soil, the grading, your gutters, and downspouts to make sure any water from rain or snow will be adequately taken care of.  Nobody wants a wet and musty home!  

Should you find yourself a bit late on this chore, and the water has already entered your house, give SERVPRO of Fair Oaks-Centreville-Chantilly a call today on (703) 830-5800.  We're here to help!