Maintaining the home’s drainage system is extremely important. A properly maintained system is a healthy system that does not present constant issues for homeowners, many of which can pose significant risks to their health and the home's structure.  

Benefits of a Well-Maintained Decatur Home Drainage System

A well-maintained home drainage system will:

• Prevent structural damage
• Prevent water damage
• Protect the home’s integrity
• Reduce mold/mildew problems
• Decrease the risk of pest infestations
• Prevent basement flooding
• Prevent soil erosion

With the many benefits a well-maintained drainage system offers, it only makes sense to learn the steps necessary to prevent issues.  

Protecting Your Home’s Drainage System

A few steps homeowners can take to maintain their home’s drainage system include:

• Inspect the Drainage System: Regular inspections reveal blockages and other drainage issues, allowing repairs before significant damages occur.
• Clean the Drains: Hot water and dish liquid treatments can loosen grease or other substances stuck inside the drainpipes, reducing clogs and other drainage issues.
• Install Drain Guards: Drain guards protect the drainage system by keeping items out that should not go down the drain. From hair to shampoo bottle lids, drain guards prevent them all from going down the drain.
• Clean the gutters and Downspouts: Clogged gutters and downspouts do not properly drain water away from the home. This can lead to foundation and structural damage that you can easily prevent by cleaning the gutters and downspouts.

Southern Crawl Space offers moisture control services, including basement and crawlspace waterproofing, drainage system installation, and vapor barrier installation. SCS guarantees to fix your moisture issues permanently. Our trained team of technicians utilizes only the best solutions for your basement or crawlspace. We are proud to offer LumberKote™ and MaxxBarrier™ waterproofing sealers by WatsonSeal. We are Alabama’s ONLY Watson Seal Authorized Dealer. If you have a service request, give us a call. We will happily provide a free inspection and service estimate.