When it rains, leaking basement problems can start with poor drainage of the water from your roof. Most home roofs are designed at slopes that allow water from rain or melting snow to drain off and be carried away from your house.
There are some very important tips you should follow to avoid situations that can cause water to leak into your basement from improper drainage of water. First be sure your roof gutter system is properly installed. Then at least once a year depending on how many trees you have on your property you need to clean the gutters from all fallen leaves and pine needles that can clog the flow of the rain water.
This may cause it to overflow in the wrong places. Normally the down spouts on the corners of the roof are where the water flows. The downspouts are directed away from the foundation of the house to avoid a leaking basement from water standing and seeping down the side of the foundation. It is a good idea to purchase 6 to 8 foot gutter extensions to place on the ends of all your downspouts.
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