Heavy Rain Alert in Montreal: Protect Your Basement from Flooding!

Montreal has recently been the scene of particularly intense rainfall, sometimes turning our streets into veritable rivers and putting our infrastructure to the test. While rain is essential, these episodes of downpour raise a major concern for many homeowners: the risk of basement flooding.

A flooded basement is much more than a simple inconvenience. It can lead to the destruction of personal belongings, potentially costly structural damage, and mold and moisture issues that threaten indoor air quality and health, not to mention the stress and time lost to cleanup and restoration.

Basement flooding in Saint-Léonard

Why Is Your Basement at Risk?

Several factors can contribute to water infiltration in your basement during heavy rain:

• Surface Runoff If the slope of your land directs water towards your home's foundation instead of away from it, the water will accumulate and look for the easiest path to seep in.

• Poorly Directed or Clogged Gutters Gutters are designed to direct water away from your home's roof. If they are clogged or dump water directly along the foundation, they become a major source of infiltration.

• An Absent or Failing French Drain A French drain is a crucial component for collecting groundwater around your foundation and directing it away from your property. A damaged or non-existent drain makes your basement vulnerable.

• Inadequate or Cracked Window Wells Window wells around your basement windows protect these openings. If they are poorly designed or damaged, they can allow water to accumulate and seep in.

Impermeable Surfaces Large concrete or asphalt surfaces (driveways, patios) prevent water from naturally soaking into the ground, which increases runoff toward your foundation.

Lave-Uni Montréal: Your Partner Against Basement Flooding

At Lave-Uni Montréal, we understand the challenges posed by these extreme weather conditions. Backed by our expertise, we offer a complete range of services to prevent and solve water infiltration issues, thereby protecting your most valuable investment: your home.

We are here to help you with the following solutions, designed to ensure the safety and longevity of your basement:

Window Well Construction

• We install or repair robust and watertight window wells around your basement windows, preventing water from accumulating at these sensitive points.

Our residential window well installation

• French Drain

  Whether it's for a new installation or a repair, our team excels at setting up effective French drain systems to divert groundwater away from your foundation.

  

  Re-leveled slope in Westmount.

• Grading and Slope Modification

  A well-designed slope is your first line of defense. We analyze and re-grade your property's land to ensure water naturally drains away from your home.

  

  Slope regrading and installation of two drains at the bottom of the driveway.

• Drainage Box Installation for Gutter Downspouts

  To complement the effectiveness of your gutters, we install discreet and high-performance drainage boxes that channel rainwater away from your foundation, thereby preventing overflows and infiltration.

  

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• Permeable Paver Installation

  An eco-friendly and effective solution! Permeable pavers allow water to seep directly into the ground rather than run off towards your foundation. Ideal for driveways, patios, or parking lots, they significantly reduce the strain on your drainage system.

  

  Turf pavers for parking lots and permeable patios.

Don't let the next heavy rains catch you unprepared. Act now to protect your basement from water damage. Contact Lave-Uni Montréal today for a property assessment and a personalized quote.

Protect your peace of mind. Protect your home with Lave-Uni Montréal.

For more information or to book an appointment, visit our website.https://www.laveunimontreal.com/en/services