Leaks, Cracks And The Return Of Rain

This drought will end sometime. In fact, all of our favorite news outlets are forecasting rain in the future, and when it arrives, you can bet the soil will be ready to receive it.

The question we all need to ask, then, is whether or not our basement is just as ready. This summer’s drought took a toll on many home foundations. As the soil dried up, the ground pulled away from the perimeter of most houses, causing the property to settle and crack. And to this point, because it’s remained so dry, these cracks may have gone unnoticed.

That’s a good thing if you’re a homeowner. No one wants to find out the hard way that their basement walls have cracks. That means there’s water everywhere and that your personal property is damaged or ruined. Instead, we believe you want to discover any damage before the rain returns to the area. That way, you won’t have to wade through wet boxes and soggy papers to fix the cracks that formed over the summer.

Think about basement cracks like this: When it rains, your home takes on the nature of a boat floating on a lake. If the boat has any holes in it, the water will seep through the parts submerged. It’s the same way with your basement. When the groundwater rises, it will find a way into your basement through any exposed area, even hairline cracks.

At Gordon Energy & Drainage, we specialize in wet basements and damaged foundations and can spot any potential dangers that are threatening the condition of your home. And now is the time to have your property inspected. Either go down to your basement on your own and do a thorough examination of the walls and surfaces, or call in the professionals and have us take a look. We can help you either spot any unnoticed damage or evaluate and fix what you’ve already detected. Because with the extremity of the drought this summer, it’s a safe bet that your home took a beating at its base. And, like we said, you don’t want to find out the hard way.

Before you become a victim of basement cracks and find yourself paying the high price of water damage, take time to look over the area and check for cracks and places where water could seep through. If you see anything suspicious, contact us at Gordon Energy & Drainage. Spare yourself the hassle of a wet basement. Call us today!