Winter is almost upon us, and while we may not associate winter with flooding, the fluctuating temperatures that typically occur at the beginning of winter pose a great risk for basement flooding. After a heavy snowfall in early winter, the temperature can often rise above zero degrees, causing a massive snow melt, which creates a potentially disastrous situation in terms of basement flooding. Factor in that a lack of flourishing vegetation is present at this time of year, and you have a very high risk scenario for basement flooding. Luckily, there are ways to mitigate risk before a potential flood event occurs. Here are some useful tips to help defend your home against the costs and stress of basement flooding. Continue reading Tips for Preventing Basement Flooding