In Toronto and the GTA, the worst months for rainfall and potential flooding are May, June, September and October. And I’m sure each time we get to those times of year and see heavy rainfall or snow and flooding, you are happy it wasn’t your basement that flooded. Maybe you have already chosen to protect your basement from flooding, but if you haven’t, you should, at the very least, schedule a free basement to spot potential issue before they become a problem. Just Just use this form to get it on your schedule or call Draincom at 905-238-6800.
Times when basements in the Toronto area are especially prone to flooding
Knowing your basement isn’t going to flood because you did what you needed to do to prevent it gives you peace of mind. Below are the times of year when basements in the Toronto area are especially prone to flooding, but don’t wait until there is a real problem before you act to protect your basement from flooding.
Toronto and the GTA Weather Spring and Early Summer (May and June):
- Rainfall: During the spring and early summer, Toronto usually experiences heavy rainfall due to the convergence of warm, moist air from the south and cooler air from the north. This leads to intense rainstorms and thunderstorms and if the conditions are right, lots of flooding.
- Flooding: The amount of surface runoff and the characteristics of the watershed, (percentage of impervious surface, soil type, slope, etc.). This is even more of a concern in low-lying areas or places with poor drainage.
Toronto and the GTA Weather Fall (September and October):
- Rainfall: Fall is another peak period for rainfall in the GTA. It is very common for seasonal transitions to bring storms and heavy rain. Remnants of tropical storms and hurricanes that track northward, can also cause substantial rainfall to the region.
- Flooding: Like in the spring, heavy rainfall can cause flooding. It’s even a bigger problem if the ground is already saturated from previous rainfalls or storms. The falling leaves during this time can also block drains, causing basement flooding due to poor drainage.
Toronto and the GTA Weather Winter Months:
December through February is not usually associated with heavy rainfall, however, Toronto can experience ice storms and rapid snowmelt events contributing to flooding. Like I wrote above, just because it may not be the riskiest time of year for basement flooding, it’s always the right time to protect your basement from flooding. Scheduling a free basement flood protection inspection is easy. Maybe you don’t have any issues. However, to know for sure, schedule your inspection by clicking here or by calling Draincom at 905-238-6800.
It only makes sense to protect your basement from flooding
Given the patterns above, it’s important for homeowners like yourself to take precautions. Waiting until after your basement is flooded is more expensive and can be dangerous to your family’s health. As the Greater Toronto Area has expanded and urbanized, the need to prevent and mitigate flood damage has steadily grown. In addition to that, Climate change has increased the likelihood of more severe and frequent storms.
How to protect your basement from flooding
There are a lot of things you can do yourself to help protect your basement from flooding. However, having a professional basement waterproofing company like DrainCom to perform a free basement inspection for you ensures that you have all of the information you need to protect your home and family from the effects of basement flooding. We use the latest technology, like drain cameras and infrared cameras that identify potential problems that can’t be seen by the naked eye. Some of the things we may advise you to do include; installing a new sump pump or backwater valve or both, weeping tile repair, foundation crack repair, and window well repair. A lot is determined by whether we are looking at interior basement repair or exterior basement repair.
Call Draincom for your free basement inspection at 905-238-6800 or request a good time using this form today. You’ll be glad you did.
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