Thursday, December 19, 2013

Protecting Your Lynchburg Home During Power Outages

Lynchburg, Virginia is an independent city in the Commonwealth of Virginia. It's situated along the Blue Ridge Mountains by the James River and is a truly beautiful place to live! However, just like any place in the world, power outages can happen - especially during nasty, rainy weather! So, what can you do to make sure that your basement stays dry even when the power is out? Be sure that you get a battery backup sump pump installed that will work when the primary pump stops working since there is no electricity to help it run.

Under normal circumstances, there are numerous ways to protect your basement from water seepage - from the standard sump pump to water alarms, and so on. However, when a power outage occurs, those electrically powered devices aren't going to be able to work like they usually do. You will need to have a backup system in place. 

Preventing Water Seepage in Your Basement

Preparation is key when it comes to preventing water seepage in your Lynchburg basement. If you rely on your electronic sump pumps to protect your home, a power generator is going to need to be set up. If a power generator is out of your budget, then you will need to get a battery operated backup sump pump from Seal-Tite.   

Along with the backup sump pump, you could put a drain or trench system in the basement where water can flow out in case the water starts to build up more quickly than what the pump can handle.

It is important to note that weather is not the only cause of water problems, so make sure your plumbing is up to spec as well. Call a plumber to make sure that pipes are not prone to leaks or bursts, and they are in good working condition.

If you need help in your preparations and preventive measures, be sure to consult one of our professionals at Seal-Tite. We look forward to talking with you soon!
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