How Can I Prevent Water Intrusion into My Home During a Heavy Rainstorm in Murrieta?

1/9/2024 (Permalink)

We restore storm damage 24 hours daily in Riverside County.

Our local Murrieta team is on call and ready to respond to storm damage emergencies 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. When storms blow in and bring heavy rainfall, often the storm drains are overwhelmed and water can back up and cause water intrusion into homes in low-lying areas.

Preventing stormwater intrusion into your home during heavy rainfall is crucial for safeguarding your property and maintaining a dry living environment. Here are essential steps to minimize the risk of stormwater intrusion:

• Begin with regular gutter and downspout maintenance, ensuring they remain free of debris and installing gutter guards to facilitate proper water flow. Extend downspouts at least 5-10 feet away from your foundation to prevent water pooling near your home's walls.
• Properly grading your yard away from the house encourages water to flow away from the foundation. Additionally, consider installing a French drain or swale in your yard to redirect surface water away from your home.
• Seal any foundation cracks or gaps to prevent water seepage, and install window well covers to block rainwater from entering through basement openings.
• Incorporate water-absorbing native plants into your landscape to mitigate runoff. Regularly maintain your stormwater management system if you have one.

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When your home or commercial business in Murrieta has water damage from heavy rain, our local Murrieta team is Here to Help. ® We’ll restore your storm damage “Like it never even happened.” Call us today at 951-894-4392.

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