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Prevent Unknown Water Damage

With the immense amount of rain to be expected from the El Nino season, homeowners in Sonoma Coundy should be prepared for potential water overages or flooding within their crawl space. Knowing how to handle, prepare for, and avoid water issues in your crawls pace can save you an immense amount of money. Ill-prepared homeowners may find that an improperly prepared crawlspace could ruin their foundation, costing them thousands of dollars in repairs.

To help you avoid a crawlspace that is sure to cause problem come El Nino season, here are 4 things to check for:

 

1. Any Cracks in Your Wall or Foundation

 

One of the most common places for water to sneak into your crawl space is through small or large cracks in your wall or foundation. With this in mind, you should always have a trusted professional check the state of these areas before a severe weather season is upon you. Doing so can save you a lot of heartache in the long run.

 

2. Broken Water Lines

 

The water lines going to and from your house, as well as your water heater, are extremely important to keep in check. If you begin experiencing a leak, the build up of water can quickly cause issues in your crawl space. In the scenario that a full on break happens in one of the lines, you can expect flooding in the crawl space area. Doing bi-annual checkups for the pipes and general water pressure of your systems is highly recommended.

 

3. Improper Grading of Property or Slopes

 

Generally speaking, a home site is meant to be graded in a way that allows the slope of the ground to direct water away from your foundation and crawl space. An incorrectly set up slope, or a poorly graded area, can cause water to instead flow towards your home, putting you at major risk of flooding during the El Nino season storms.

 

4. Defective Window Wells

 

Crawl spaces are bound to have at least one vent, and in many cases will even have a few windows. If these areas are not secured and properly sealed, rain from the El Nino storm season will quickly make its way into your crawl space area. To avoid this, consider updating the sealing of these areas before the season is upon you. Additionally, simply filling in these windows with concrete can guarantee a leak will not occur during this heavy rain season.