How To Prevent Basement Flooding During a Hurricane

Reports of flooded basements during hurricanes may not be surprising to hear; they’re even commonplace. But the real news is that prevention is indeed possible: basements can remain dry, safe, and usable before, during, and after hurricanes have hit. And there’s no mystery how to accomplish this. It’s dry basement science, and we’ve got it covered.

Keeping basements dry and flood-free is not all that complicated. It simply requires the products that our experts have developed and successfully used to help thousands of homeowners be prepared for hurricanes and to enjoy the benefits of a dry basement -- products that have been tested, patented, and proven to work.

Basement waterproofing begins with a good interior drainage system. WaterGuard, our patented drainage system, is designed to sit on top of the home’s footing out of the soil and under the basement floor so it will never clog. It is adaptable to all types of foundations which allows our experienced installers to make any necessary adjustments.

A reliable sump pump is a necessary element of any basement waterproofing system. You want to be prepared for all problems: sump pump failure, extremely heavy rains, power outages. Our sump pumps use a cast iron Zoeller pump and are available in a variety of configurations to meet your needs: TripleSafe provides ultimate protection; UltraSump Battery Backup Sump Pump protects against power or circuit breaker failure; and the SuperSump Sump Pump System, the powerhouse in the category.

We can also resolve your wet basement concerns with our systems designed for specific circumstances. The TrenchDrain Surface Drainage System and DryTrak Basement Water Control System can handle special cases.

Keeping basements dry is important, too. Our SaniDry XP system reaches a whole new level for dehumidifiers. It’s high-capacity, high-efficiency, and EnergyStar rated.

Preparedness is the best defense against hurricane damage and potential flooding in the basement. We can help with that preparation. Of course, other measures such as sealing basement windows and doors, removing valuables from the area, and taking care of electrical appliances are also important.