How to Tell If Your House Has a Drainage Problem (Before It Gets Expensive)
Learn how to spot the early warning signs of home drainage problems, from water pooling to foundation cracks. We are here to help.
Why Drainage Problems Can Become Expensive
Drainage problem can cause a lot more than just a bad smell. Depending on the extent, leaks can occur and cause overflowing or sometimes erosion to the foundations.
Many homeowners don’t realise that small drainage problems can lead to thousands in repair costs if ignored.
Common Signs Your Home Has Drainage Problems
Many early signs of a drainage issue are ignored or believed to not be drain related. We recommend at the first sign to get a CCTV Survey carried out. This will either help locate the issue (if its drain related) or narrow down your search.
Here are some of the common first signs:
- Water pooling near the foundation or driveway after rain.
- Soggy lawns or areas that stay wet for days.
- Basement water leaks or dampness on walls.
- Foul smelling drains when either taps, bath or shower are running.
- Cracks in the foundation or uneven floors.
- Mould or musty odours in lower levels of the home.
- Overflowing gutters or downspouts.
How to Check Your Property for Drainage Issues
Whether it’s a new property you are purchasing or your current home, we recommend regularly keeping an eye on your drains and the general wellbeing of your house.
Some recommended checks are:
- Walk around your property after heavy rain to check for standing water.
- Inspect gutters, downpipes for any cracks or debris and foliage
- Check for erosion of any grass or exposed tree roots.
- Test any basement walls for damp spots.
- Test any walls for mould (pealing wallpaper is sometimes and indicator of this)
Why Choose Drainage 2000 and When to Call Us?
We provide expert knowledge and have a team of highly qualified engineer ready to undertake all your drainage needs. We operate CCTV drain surveys across Derbyshire, South Yorkshire and the Midlands. Our engineers use advanced cameras and provide full reports with video evidence. You get clear results, fast, with no unnecessary disruption. We are also able to replace and fix damaged drains quickly and efficiently.
We always recommend giving us a quick call when you spot an early sign of damaged drains. Even if you are not too sure, give us a call and a member of our team will be more than happy to offer you some advice.
