Friday, May 27, 2011

Waterproofing Your Home- Made Easy!

Water damage inside your home can be expensive and inconvenient to fix, the best way to protect yourself, your home, and your family, is to waterproof your home before summer storms come around. I know, this sounds like it could be complicated, but trust me, it's easier than you think!

First, you'll want to examine the foundation of your home. If the ground doesn't slope away from the home, water can collect at the base of the home. The best way to correct this is by filling the spaces in with mulch or dirt, easily available at any hardware store. You'll want to regrade the slope so that water drains about 4 feet away from your home.

Aside from regrading, you'll want to check gutters and spouts to make sure that they are working correctly. Make sure that there are no leaks or backups, as these can well up and allow water into your home.

If after taking these steps you are still having water draining near or into your home, you can employ other drainage methods on your property. When dealing with water damage within your home, always contact a NJ restoration company!

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