
What You Need for This Project
Inspect Your Home
Check for Cracks in Your Walls

Check for Proper Drainage in Your Eavestrough & Downspouts

Install Proper Drainage Systems
Unclog Your Downspout & Eavestrough

Install a Downspout Extension
If you notice that your downspout is not long enough, or angled incorrectly for efficient drainage, it is a good idea to add an extension.
- Measure the diameter of your existing downspout to make sure it is the right size.
- Stretch out the downspout extension until it is fully extended.
- Take the side that fits around your existing downspout and slip it around the pipe.
- Use a gutter elbow to secure it in place.

Repair Any Cracks in Your Basement Walls
Open the Crack

Mix the Cement

Fill the Crack

Seal Your Basement Walls & Floors
Clean Basement Walls & Floors

Etch Your Walls
Note: These compounds can be caustic, so follow the directors on the package and make sure you are wearing safety googles and rubber gloves.

Apply Sealant to Walls

Apply Polyurethane to Floors

Keep Your Basement Dry With a Sump Pump
Stay ahead of flooding with a sump pump. It pumps out water that collects in the sump basin and dispenses it outside.
How To Terms
Jump to:
- Inspect Your Home
- Check for Cracks in Your Walls
- Check for Proper Drainage in Your Eavestrough & Downspouts
- Install Proper Drainage Systems
- Unclog Your Downspout & Eavestrough
- Install a Downspout Extension
- Repair Any Cracks in Your Basement Walls
- Open the Crack
- Mix the Cement
- Fill the Crack
- Seal Your Basement Walls & Floors
- Clean Basement Walls & Floors
- Etch Your Walls
- Apply Sealant to Walls
- Apply Polyurethane to Floors
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