WHAT’S THE WATER DOING?
Water coming through a basement floor
Water at a floor joint is different from a drain backup. Record whether the water emerges at a wall-floor junction, a crack or a fixture. Keep clear of electrical hazards and do not assume sealing the visible opening resolves the source.
What to look for.
- Where does water first appear: wall, floor joint, window or drain?
- Does the problem follow rain, snowmelt or periods of dry weather?
- Are finishes hiding the foundation or an existing drainage system?
Observe only from a safe place. Do not touch electrical equipment in wet areas or climb onto a wet roof.