Mission Valley Homeowners Use Sandbags to Prevent Water Intrusion During Heavy Rain Event?

3/5/2024 (Permalink)

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Our local Mission Valley East team witnesses firsthand the damage that heavy rain can cause to a home. Proper placement is crucial to effectively prevent water intrusion using sandbags during a heavy rain event. Here's some tips on where to place sandbags:

Identify Vulnerable Areas: First, assess your property to identify vulnerable areas prone to flooding or water intrusion. These may include doorways, windows, low-lying areas, and entrances to basements or garages.

Doorways and Windows: Place sandbags in a pyramid or staggered pattern to create a barrier around doorways and windows. Stack the sandbags on top of each other to form a solid wall. Ensure the first layer is well-seated against the ground to prevent water from seeping underneath.

Low-Lying Areas: If you have areas prone to flooding, like driveways or basement entrances, create a wall of sandbags to redirect water away from these spots. Ensure the sandbag barrier is sloped to guide water away from the property.

Check for Leaks: Monitor the sandbag barriers during a heavy rain event. Ensure that there are no gaps or leaks in the placement. Add additional sandbags if needed.

Protect Utilities: If your property has outdoor utilities, like electrical boxes or HVAC units, use sandbags to create protective barriers around them to prevent water damage.

Emergency Exits: Clear pathways to emergency exits and avoid blocking them with sandbags to ensure safe evacuation.

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When your home or commercial business is damaged by heavy rain, our local Mission Valley East team will restore the damage “Like it never even happened.” Call us today at 619-303-3599.

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