As you walk down the basement stairs, you notice it seems a little more damp than usual. As you hit the floor, you are faced with puddles and standing water. Now, what do you do? Here are the first steps you should take to get the water out and the basement cleaned up.
Remove the Water
While the idea of water seeping into your basement is undoubtedly disturbing, now is not the time to stop and think about it. Instead, it is time to act. For minor leaks, a wet/dry vacuum may be sufficient. Just be sure you do not dump the contents where they will work their way back in. Continue reading