It's a gray, rainy day in Cincinnati. The weather map shows heavy rain in parts of Texas, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio and Tennessee. It's likely that rain will also hit other parts of the country.
Heavy rain accumulates quickly and often doesn't absorb into the ground. The runoff can cause flooding in homes and basements. So, follow these simple tips to protect your property.
- Ensure yard drains, culverts, downspouts and gutters are cleaned out, open and clear of debris so water is channeled away from the foundation.
- Test floor drains in garages, bathrooms, basements and patios by pouring a gallon of water into them. If they don't drain quickly, call a plumber.
- If your home has a sump pump, pour a few buckets of water into the sump put pit to test operation. Call a plumber if the pump pit doesn't empty.
If you experience flooding or any other plumbing or drain problem, you can rely on Roto-Rooter plumber Boston and plumber Salt Lake City and everywhere in between for fast, professional service. Roto-Rooter local plumbers and drain cleaners are only a call or click away for sewer repair, kitchen plumbing jobs, bathroom plumbing jobs or any 24 hour plumbing need.
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