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Water seeping into your basement is a problem many homeowners face. What can you do to prevent it? In addition to waterproofing inside the house you can also help prevent leaking with work on your home’s exterior. Learn about how the right landscaping choices can work in conjunction with interior waterproofing to keep your basement dry.
Controlling Water Around Your Home
The main idea is to make sure water moves away from your house, not towards it. This means shaping the land around your home so water naturally flows away, planting the right kinds of plants, and maybe adding some special drains.
Making the Ground Slope Away from Your House
A simple but effective trick is to make sure the ground slopes away from your house. This means water won’t sit around your foundation and try to get into your basement. It’s a good first step before thinking about basement waterproofing.
Plant Power
Plants aren’t just nice to look at, they can soak up extra water in the soil and firm up the ground in your yard, holding it in place. Choosing plants with deep roots can really help keep the water away from your basement. Plus, they make your yard look great.
Adding Drains in Your Yard
Sometimes, you might need to add things like French drains or rain gardens to your landscaping. These aren’t just for aesthetics, they’re built to handle extra water and can be a big help in basement waterproofing.
Keeping Your Drains Clear
Landscaping is a never ending process, especially when you’re using it to improve your home’s waterproofing. You’ll need to be continuously cleaning out gutters, checking that drains are clear, and keeping plants trimmed so everything works as it should to keep water away.
Get Help from Pros
Doing some yard work on your own is great, but for the best protection against a wet basement, it’s a good idea to get advice or help from professionals. They know all about basement waterproofing and can make sure your landscaping is doing its job.
In short:
Landscaping does more than make your yard look nice, it can also be an effective way to keep your basement dry. By managing how water moves around your house, you can help prevent leaks. If you’re not sure where to start, or if you want to make sure it’s done right, reach out to a professional waterproofing company who can point you in the right direction.
Need help keeping your basement dry? We’re here for you. Contact us at IcyReno to find out how we can help with your basement waterproofing needs.