Preventing Water Damage to Foundations

5/9/2022 (Permalink)

The most efficient way to prevent and/or fix a problem is to hire a structural engineer to help, as there can be a wide range of solutions they can provide. However, there are some measures you can take on our own to prevent water damage to the structure’s foundation.

Checking the length of Downspouts

A downspout is a pipe that helps direct rainwater off your roof and away from the building. These need to be as far from your home’s foundation as possible. Without the correct length, the downspout’s purpose is essentially defeated.

Have an Outward- Sloping Landscape

The landscape of your home is very important. Ideally, the ground your home is built on should slope downward to prevent collection of water around your home.

Gutter Cleanup

Gutters around your home need to be free of debris so they should be cleaned as often as possible to prevent clogging.

For more information, visit House Foundation Water Damage: Signs, Causes & Prevention Guide (safeandsanitaryhomes.org)