Rain, Ground Water, Flooded Basements.

2/2/2021 (Permalink)

Flooded basement in Blaine, WA.

The recent rain has us thinking about flooded basements.

Flooding of basements can occur any time. While most often flooding occurs during big rains or rapid snowmelts in the spring, it can occur even during dry weather.

There are a number of reasons why basements flood. Flooding can occur by seepage or flow through the walls or foundation floor, from surface water sources, or by a sanitary or storm sewer backup. 

Groundwater is water that is naturally located below the ground’s surface. The groundwater level can be, at times, above the level of the basement floor. In some locations, groundwater can be above the level of the floor at all times.

Gravity moves water from high to low. If either the groundwater level or sewer level around your home is above the basement floor, gravity will try to move that water into your basement. A crack in the foundation floor, for example, provides gravity with a perfect path for water to be pushed into the basement, but have no fear. We are here to help.

When water finds it way into your basement you know who to call. SERVPRO of Bellingham 360-733-1800.