DO I NEED TO INSTALL EGRESS WINDOWS IN MY HOUSE & BASEMENT?
A GUIDE TO WINDOW EGRESS
WHAT IS AN EGRESS WINDOW?
Egress Windows are Emergency Exits
An egress window is an emergency exit. They are required by law in specific rooms in your home.
These egress windows needs to be large enough and designed to provide a safe exit. As an escape route in case of an emergency, such as a fire.
Required by building codes in areas of your home. Like basements, bedrooms, and lower levels of homes. Especially in areas where people might be sleeping or spending a lot of time.
In Saskatchewan, egress window requirements ensure safe escape from habitable rooms.
Unless a dwelling is equipped with sprinklers. Every bedroom or combination bedroom must have at least one outside window. Or an exterior door that can opens from the inside without the use of tools or special knowledge.
This ensures a means of escape or rescue in case of an emergency. The window or exterior door must meet the minimum unobstructed opening requirements.
The path of escape must not pass through or open onto another room, floor or space. Bedroom windows, required for emergency escape or rescue. Must remain open without support during an emergency.
Construction Codes Advisory
Download an advisory PDF about egress windows and doors for your home and basement. Published by Saskatchewan Ministry.
What are the minimum requirements for egress windows in bedrooms of residential homes?
The National Building Code of Canada (NBC) 2020 specifies the minimum unobstructed opening size for bedroom windows to ensure adequate natural ventilation and provide a means of emergency escape.
These windows must have a minimum unobstructed opening area of 0.35 square meters (3.77 square feet). With no dimension less than 380 mm (15 inches).
They should also open easily from the inside without tools or special knowledge.
How to add an egress window when the windows are below ground level.
To add an egress window below ground level. A window well is required. Installing a window well and ensure proper drainage and waterproofing.
A window well serves several important purposes, including:
Safety. In emergency situations, window wells provide a means of egress. Allowing occupants to exit the basement safely.
Drainage. It helps prevent water from accumulating around basement windows. Reducing the risk of water infiltration and flooding in the basement.
Natural Light. Window wells allow natural light to enter basement spaces. Making them feel more open and less confined.
Ventilation. They can improve airflow in basements. Helping to reduce moisture and improve air quality.
Aesthetic Appeal. They can enhance the appearance of a home’s exterior. By framing basement windows and providing a space for landscaping.
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Lori Patrick of Sutton Group hosts a monthly podcast titled Inside Real Estate on Spotify
Steve Bauer of AAA Solid Foundation is a regular guest as they discuss foundation issues with your home.
It’s Worthwhile to Hire an Expert
Talking Points
- Lori recommended Steve for a homeowner in Regina. Steve came in and saw that the house had sunk about 6 inches in 1 corner due to soil conditions drying out. Previously, the homeowner had some very hefty quotes to fix the issue.
- Extreme fixes – underpin the house. Easier fixes – adjust the teleposts.
- Steve recommended a more reasonable option for the homeowner.
- Lori will bring Steve in before a home inspection is done if she thinks there is an issue in the basement to be in front of the problem.
- Some things are very subtle they but add up when they all need to get repaired. It can derail your selling process if you leave it all to after an inspection is done. Buyer gets spooked.
- Signs to look for in the basement: heaving, cracking of basement floors or walls, smells musty. Upstairs, cracking in doorways, doors not closing.
- Be aware of water drainage outside your home which infiltrates and causes heaving issues – IE a million dollar home lost 2 prospective buyers because they didn’t fix a very simple issue.
- Have a walk around your home and see what is going on. IE is stucco cracking? It’s likely movement of the wall.
- Homeowners – what you do depends on the seller and structure. You may just disclose the issue and price appropriately or choose to fix it prior to selling.
- If you’ve been living there for 30 years, sometimes you simply don’t notice the issues.
- These issues can come up in million-dollar homes or $500K homes … it’s not just “old homes”.
- Soil can bend steel. You must control moisture levels and trees around your foundation. Trees = snow traps.
- Lori – Tips – get a pre-approval done and don’t try selling your home on your own! It’s worth it to get a good agent and go to the market.
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THINGS TO DO IN YOUR YARD BEFORE IT SNOWS
Yard work is usually that chore that people tend to put off.
That might be fine in the spring as you have all summer (and fall) to complete your spring checklist. But that fall and winter checklist needs to be completed before it snows … or you just wait until spring comes around again.
There are plenty of yard checklists online for your yard. But our fall/winter checklist concentrates on protecting your foundation and preventing water infiltration in your basement.
CLEAN OUT GUTTERS
It sounds odd that preventing water in your basement starts with your roof.
Your roof is sloped (even flat roofs) to help water flow to the edges and off the roof. This water is collected by your gutters.
If you don’t have eavestrough (or gutters), or they are clogged with leaves or not functioning properly. Water will fall directly to the ground, beside your home. That water then soaks into the ground. When it does, it can cause hydrostatic pressure on your foundation wall.
If your foundation already has any cracks in it, then water will find its way in. If there are no cracks, hydrostatic pressure can cause cracks.
ADD DOWNSPOUT EXTENSIONS
The knee bone is connected to the thigh bone …
The downspouts are connected to the eavestrough.The purpose of the downspouts is to move the water from your roof away from the foundation.
If your downspouts are installed properly, they will be attached to the side of your home and end above the ground. The end of your downspout will indicate what happens with the water from our roof.
- If they point straight down, you have a problem.
- If there is a 90° add on, that too is a problem.
Both of these options won’t move the water far enough away from your foundation. There are several extensions that can be added to your downspouts. The further the water is directed away the better.
FILL FOUNDATION CRACKS
It is impossible to see cracks in your foundation from the outside of your home. Unless those cracks are visible above the grade of your yard.
If you see wide (1/8″ or 3mm) or larger foundation cracks above the ground, those cracks will most likely extend down further. This is a serious problem. Please contact us for help.
If these cracks are not just cracks in the parging on the foundation. These cracks will easily let water into your foundation or into the basement. If the cracks are not through to the inside of your basement, then the water that does get into the cracks can cause more damage. When that water gets in before it gets cold, the water will form ice and create larger cracks.
There are some products that will help seal these gaps. But sealing any that are above ground will not help the cracks that are hidden underground.
ENSURE PROPER SLOPE
Around your home, you may have different surfaces.
- Concrete driveway and sidewalks
- Paving stone walks or patios
- Lawn
- Or just soil
All of these surfaces need to slope away from the foundation. If the concrete and paving stones were installed properly, they should already slope away from your foundation. But depending on how long they have been there, they may have settled and are either flat or worse, sloped towards your foundation.
Any lawns, or natural surfaces need to slope away as well.
If it is obvious they slope towards your foundation, and depending on when you started this checklist, there may not be time to fix it before the snow falls.
A quick fix is to contact a landscape supply yard and have some yellow clay delivered. Yellow clay is an excellent compaction material. It can be added beside the foundation and molded to slope away to allow water runoff.
MAKE SURE SUMP PUMP WORKS
If your home has a basement and not just a crawl space, it should have a weeping tile system, a sump pit and a sump pump.
However, depending on the age of your home and how a weeping system was installed, it may not be working properly.
A weeping tile is a perforated pipe, usually made of plastic or clay, the weeping tile is buried around a building’s foundation. Its porous nature allows it to collect excess water from the soil. When the soil becomes saturated, especially during heavy rainfall, the weeping tile springs into action and helps to avoid waterlogged lawns and from penetrating your home.
The weeping tile is (or should be) attached to a sump pit. The sump pit collects this water. Then the sump pump, in the sump pit will pump that water out of the pit. Usually the sump pump is pumping the water back outside.
For the purpose of this checklist, you want to make sure you have a sump pump in your sump pit and that that sump pump is working.
If you need a sump pump or would like us to test to make sure your sump pump is working.
INSTALL WINDOW WELLS
What is a Window Well?
A window well is a U-shaped product installed around basement windows. A window well provides a space between the window and the surrounding earth. To allow more light into basement structures. In some cases, window wells also provide an emergency point of egress.
When installed properly, they also include a drain to the weeping tile system around your foundation. Preventing water from seeping in around the window frame and into the basement.
SHUT OFF WATER
Your outside taps/spigot should have a shut off valve.
Shutting off all water to your spigots and underground sprinklers.
Thus preventing pipes or spigots from freezing and possibly bursting and flooding your basement.
CONTACT AAA SOLID FOUNDATION
Fix the problems or prevent further damage.
If your basement gets wet or smells musty. It is best not to neglect the foundation problems.
We don’t use scare tactics. If your basement doesn’t need repair, we don’t try and convince you it does. It might be just a matter of fixing the slope around your foundation, extending your downspouts.
If your foundation needs work, we will provide an estimate.
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FOUNDATION REPAIR ESTIMATE
If your home signs of water seepage, uneven floors, cracks in walls or basement floor, gaps between floors and walls or shrinking soil around the foundation.
We also provide Free Quotes for Sidewalk & Driveway Replacement, Garage Pads, and Patios.
306 352 1826
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WHY DOES MY BASEMENT WALL CURVE INWARDS?
Why does my foundation have issues?
HYDROSTATIC PRESSURE
Regardless if your home has a cinder block foundation or a poured concrete foundation. Both are susceptible to pressure from the surrounding soil.
Regardless if your home has a cinder block foundation or a poured concrete foundation. Both are susceptible to pressure from the surrounding soil.
Soil pushing against your foundation is a phenomenon referred to as “hydrostatic pressure”.
This can occur due to several reasons:
Expansive Soil: Certain types of soil, like clay, expand when they absorb water. This expansion creates pressure against your foundation walls. Causing them to bow inward or crack.
Poor Drainage: If water doesn’t drain properly away from your house. It can accumulate around the foundation. Over time, this water exerts pressure on the foundation walls.
Frost Heave: In colder climates, water in the soil can freeze and expand. Pushing the soil outward and against the foundation. When the ice melts, the soil contracts. But the repeated cycles of expansion and contraction can damage the foundation.
Backfill Issues: Improper backfilling during construction. This can lead to soil settlement or movement. Causing more pressure on the foundation.
Water Table Fluctuations. Changes in the water table level can also affect soil pressure. When the water table rises. It can increase the hydrostatic pressure against the foundation.
Soil Erosion: Erosion can create voids and uneven pressure distribution around the foundation. Leading to structural issues.
Basement Flood Protection Checklist
If your basement is susceptible to becoming musty or has small pools of water in the spring, there are a few things you can do to help reduce the risk. See the checklist.
If you always have water in your basement, we can help fix your basement foundation. Request a basement repair quote.
There are two types of basements: those that leak and those that will leak unless repaired.
REQUEST A BASEMENT
FOUNDATION REPAIR ESTIMATE
If your home signs of water seepage, uneven floors, cracks in walls or basement floor, gaps between floors and walls or shrinking soil around the foundation.
We also provide Free Quotes for Sidewalk & Driveway Replacement, Garage Pads, and Patios.
306 352 1826
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Fix or Replace
Cracked Concrete
Prevent Current & Future Issues
Fixing or replacing cracked concrete is essential for several reasons.
Ranging from water infiltration and pest infestation to safety and future costs. Whether it is a driveway, sidewalk, patio or garage pad.
Once the concrete is cracking, shifting or separating. Its time to consider repairing or replacing the concrete.
Here are the Top 10 reasons why replacing or repairing damaged concrete is important.
Aesthetic Appeal
Cracked concrete surfaces are unsightly and detract from the appearance of your property. Fixing or replacing cracked concrete helps maintain a clean and well-maintained look. Which can enhance curb appeal and property value.
PREVENT WEED GROWTH
Cracks in concrete can allow weeds to take root and grow. Which can further damage the concrete as the roots expand. Weeds also contribute to a neglected appearance and ongoing maintenance to remove.
WATER PENETRATION
Cracks in concrete can allow water to penetrate. This can cause m further deterioration. Water infiltration can cause the concrete to weaken, expand, and crack even more. Especially in areas subject to freeze-thaw cycles.
Worse yet, water can seep into your basement or cause foundation issues. By addressing cracks early. You can prevent more extensive and costly damage in the future.
LEGAL & INSURANCE ISSUES
Property owners are responsible for maintaining sidewalks and driveways in safe condition. Failing to repair cracked concrete could result in liability.
If someone becomes injured by tripping on your property. Additionally, some insurance policies require regular maintenance or repairs. Neglecting repairs could affect coverage.
STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY
Concrete is often used for its strength and durability. But, cracks can compromise its structural integrity. In the case of load-bearing structures like driveways and patios. Significant cracks can reduce their ability to support weight. Leading to more severe structural failures.
AVOID PEST INFESTATION
Cracks can create entry points for pests, such as insects and rodents. These pests can nest within the cracks and cause further damage. To both the concrete or adjacent structures. Sealing cracks can help prevent infestations.
SAFETY FOR EVERYONE
Cracked, heaving or shifting concrete can pose significant safety hazards. Cracks can create tripping hazards. For family, friends, postal carriers, couriers and guests walking on your property.
As well, here in Regina, we get snow. It can be very difficult to shovel driveways and sidewalks with cracks and shifting. This can cause ice to build up which is also a safety issue
ENERGY EFFICIENCY
For concrete slabs that are part of a building’s foundation. Cracks can lead to drafts and reduced energy efficiency. Sealing cracks can help maintain a consistent indoor temperature. As well reduce heating and cooling costs.
Property Value
The condition of concrete surfaces, like driveways, patios, and walkways can impact the value of your property.
Potential buyers or may decline to buy or offer a price reduction by the visible damage. Fearing future repair costs. Well-maintained concrete surfaces contribute to a positive impression and can increase property value.
COST-EFFECTIVENESS
Addressing small cracks early is less expensive than dealing with extensive damage later. Small repairs are cheaper to repair and quicker. While large-scale repairs or replacements are more time-consuming and costly.
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FOUNDATION REPAIR ESTIMATE
If your home signs of water seepage, uneven floors, cracks in walls or basement floor, gaps between floors and walls or shrinking soil around the foundation.
We also provide Free Quotes for Sidewalk & Driveway Replacement, Garage Pads, and Patios.
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Lori Patrick of Sutton Group hosts a monthly podcast titled Inside Real Estate on Spotify
Steve Bauer of AAA Solid Foundation is a regular guest as they discuss foundation issues with your house.
Review the talking points below and listen to the 2 part podcast.
SEGMENT ONE | TALKING POINTS
A SPRING-LIKE START TO 2024
- We’re here with Lori Patrick of Sutton Group Results Realty! AND special guest, Steve Bauer from AAA Solid Foundation Repair
- Huge start to the year. Jan/Feb and now March sales stats way up, over 20%-30%. Still experiencing low inventory. Not seeing a lot of multiple offer situations but if you have a hot listing, they will get them. If you have a well-priced home and have low competition it is moving swiftly for great prices! There are also pockets of the market that sell faster than others.
- First seller example was a special house on an iconic street. Very well cared home with huge footage and excellent potential. This seller had been trying to word-of-mouth sell this house for years. He heard Lori on the radio talking about our inventory glut and asked to meet. Lori met with the homeowner and convinced him to hire her to list the home. Within a week it was listed and quickly sold. This after years of trying on his own! MLS is truly unmatched! You will always find the most exposure, the most qualified buyers and of course now you have 400+ agents looking at and trying to sell it for you.
- Lots of repeat clients. 2nd seller was a completely different property. Townhouse condo, great complex. I had sold it to her about 15 years ago. I did a market analysis/looked at recent comps and current competition. Decided on the spot to list higher than initially thinking because the market is swift-moving at the moment, and she’s got virtually no competition in this area. They got showings right away. Good feedback then one offer but it’s low. That Buyer’s Agent is arguing price based on recent sales. Lori knows the recent comps but sees the opportunity for her seller to make a better profit on the home. They’d only been on the market under a week at this point and neither are worried. They counter the offer and in the meantime a 2nd buyer looks and decides to write an offer. Far better price. Small counter and 2nd buyer accepts. If you only price based on recent comps prices will never change. You need to consider the entire market scenario. We were able to get a premium because the market conditions were ripe for it.
- Don’t wait if you’re going to sell. Get it on the market now, we need inventory, the buyers are waiting and watching! The inventory that is on the market is getting a premium. Jan and Feb felt like a spring market!
SEGMENT TWO | TALKING POINTS
A SPRING-LIKE START TO 2024
- Why Trust Lori? Expert with 30+ years in the industry, a solid track record, and connected to the experts in the industry… like Steve Bauer of AAA Solid Foundation!
- For foundation questions Lori always relies on Steve!
- When addressing your foundation, the best thing you can do is be observant and take note of the small changes. Not all foundation repairs are significant, but procrastination can end up costing more in the end.
- Story – Steve was called out to a house. The basement wall was collapsed! From inside, you could see the flower bed and walkway outside. The only thing in the basement was a furnace and water heater, so the homeowners weren’t going in the basement often. AAA ended up rebuilding the wall for them. Had the homeowner caught signs earlier, they could have prevented this!
- Downspouts & Eavestroughs – clean them 2-3 times per year if you have trees. Repairing or replacing a $15 eavestrough is a smart thing to do!
- You don’t want water pooling around the foundation.
- There have been times where Steve met with Lori’s client and identified issues in a home that client was interested in, causing the buyer to purchase something else. Foundation repairs can be a large expense and take a psychological toll on first time home buyers. Steve will be honest with you about what needs to be done.
- Regularly walk around your house during the year and basically treat it like a garden; keep it not too wet and not too dry. IE water your foundation if it’s super dry…
- If you have any questions about your foundation, call AAA for advice. They meet with homeowners every day. You don’t have to be planning to buy or sell right away to get advice from the foundation experts.
- Steve sees homes that were built 6 months ago having issues, as well as homes that were built 100+ years ago. Age doesn’t always matter.
- AAA also works with a network of trusted experts in the field. You can trust that you’re getting sound advice for your home!
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Yard Maintenance Checklist
The best way to prevent water in your basement in the spring is to perform maintenance in the fall.
Fall is a pretty time of year and often people’s favourite time of year. The problem with the fall is winter is right behind it.
We can’t always trust the weather forecast to tell us when we will get the first snowfall. So this time of year is the time to prep your yard and home for snow and colder temperatures.
THINGS TO DO BEFORE IT SNOWS …
Once it snows, it can be too late to prepare your yard and the exterior of your home. If that happens, then it probably won’t be until late spring that you can help prevent water from seeping into your basement.
Review the yard and home maintenance checklist will help prevent water from penetrating your home.
Basement Flood Protection Checklist
If your basement is susceptible to becoming musty or has small pools of water in the spring, there are a few things you can do to help reduce the risk. See the checklist.
If you always have water in your basement, we can help fix your basement foundation. Request a basement repair quote.
There are two types of basements: those that leak and those that will leak unless repaired.
Exterior Projects to Help Prevent Basement Flooding
This list involves items you can do in your yard or to your home to help prevent water from getting into your basement.
SLOPE THE GROUND AWAY FROM YOUR FOUNDATION
Ideally all driveways and walkways around your home slope away. The exposed ground/grass should also slope away.
A good rule is to slope the ground about 15 centimetres for the first 3 meters away from the foundation.
FILL IN ANY LOW-LYING AREAS
If your yard is sloped away from the foundation, you will also want to fillDescribes the soil( or other material) added to the excavation to provide the desired level to properly slope water away from the foundation of the house. More in any low areas. If rainwater or snowmelt pools in your yard, that water can also seep into the ground.
Water will always find the path of least resistance. It can happen above ground and below ground. Pools of water in your yard can still cause issues to your foundation.
EXTEND DOWNSPOUTS
The water that comes off your roof, into the eavestrough and into downspouts will drain into your yard. A lot of times, in older homes or exterior renovations, the downspouts may just end a few feet above the ground.
You can extend those downspouts with downspouts from a hardware store or hire a local eavestrough company. You may also use weeping tile (non-perforated hose) to extend a downspout.
INSTALL A FRENCH DRAIN
A French drain is an irrigation method that is meant to collect water from the soil near the home’s foundation and safely move it away.
Typically, these systems consist of a corrugated and perforated PVC pipe set under gravel and a few inches of soil.
The idea behind this system is to have rainwater soak into the ground, drip onto the gravel bed, and then fall through a geotextile fabric and into the pipe to be removed.
INSTALL RAIN BARRELS
Rain barrels are a great way to capture rainwater and keep it from going into the soil around your home.
However, there are a few things to consider. If it rains a lot or you are not using the water in the rain barrel then it can overflow. Make sure the overflow feature for the rain barrel is installed and distributes water away from the home.
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FOUNDATION REPAIR ESTIMATE
If your home signs of water seepage, uneven floors, cracks in walls or basement floor, gaps between floors and walls or shrinking soil around the foundation.
We also provide Free Quotes for Sidewalk & Driveway Replacement, Garage Pads, and Patios.
306 352 1826
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BASEMENT FLOODING SOLUTIONS
Does your basement resemble a bunker?
You don’t have to live this way …
Reclaim Your Basement
Basements can be a valuable addition to any home, offering additional living space and storage. However, water leakage in basements can be a significant problem, making the space unusable and potentially damaging the structure of your home. Waterproofing your basement can solve this problem and allow you to reclaim the space for a variety of purposes.
When it comes to adding living space to your home, finishing your basement can be a great option. While many homeowners may view their basements as dark and damp storage areas.
WATERPROOFING YOUR HOME’S FOUNDATION
Professionally repairing the foundation and with the right renovations, it can become a functional and comfortable living space. Plus, repairing your basement will add value to your home.
Even if you haven’t had water in your basement, there may be signs that there are small cracks in the foundation. It’s important to catch foundation cracks early and have them repaired as soon as possible to prevent further damage.
Basements can flood for various reasons, including heavy rain, inadequate or clogged gutters, sewer backups, plumbing issues, foundation cracks, and sump pump failure.
By identifying and addressing these issues, homeowners can prevent basement flooding and protect their homes from water damage. It’s important to address any signs of water damage or moisture in the basement as soon as possible to prevent mold growth and further damage to the home.
REQUEST A BASEMENT
FOUNDATION REPAIR ESTIMATE
If your home signs of water seepage, uneven floors, cracks in walls or basement floor, gaps between floors and walls or shrinking soil around the foundation.
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Eliminate Musty SmellsManaging rain and snow in your yard
Keeping water away from your foundation
Proper drainage around your home
ASK AN EXPERT
If you still have questions about any of our services, please feel free to ASK AN EXPERT or review our FAQ section.
Slope Your Yard
Gravity is your Friend
Slope your Yard for Proper Drainage
Running or moving water always finds the path of least resistance. Whether it slopes away from your home’s foundation or towards it.
In Regina, we always get rain and snow. This precipitation is great for gardens and lawns but terrible for your basement. Excess water can find its way into your home through the smallest cracks in your foundation.
There are a lot of things that can be done to help manage the water around your home. One of the best is to slope the ground away from your home. Towards the alley and street or driveway.
Extending Downspouts
Move water away from your foundationExtend the Downspouts coming from the Gutters
The Gutters or Eavestrough around your roof catches the water rolling off. The downspouts will funnel that down to the ground. Which could be part of the problem.
If the downspout ends right near the foundation, then that water is now too close. Those downspouts should be extended to help move the water further from the foundation.
There are many ways to do this. Both with products and with landscaping.
A simple Downspout Splash Pad/Block with help water move 2 feet further away from the foundation.
They come in plastic or stone and can be secured to the ground with a tent or landscape spike. Keeping it in place even during the worst weather.
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A simple Downspout Splash Pad/Block with help water move 2 feet further away from the foundation.
They come in plastic or stone and can be secured to the ground with a tent or landscape spike. Keeping it in place even during the worst weather.
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Downspout Extension. If your home is newer or you have had new eavestrough added, chances are the eavestrough company made an extension for you.
If not, you can purchase one in aluminum or vinyl. There are a number of eavestrough companies that will also come to you and make and install custom downspout extensions.
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Extend your downspouts into a Rain Barrel or series of rain barrels.
Rain barrels collect water from your gutters into a large tank, which you can use to water flowerbeds and vegetable cards or even wash your car.
It’s a great way of keeping water away from your home and it allows you to resue the water.
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A low-profile telescopic downspout extender is a downspout accessory that helps divert rainwater away from your home while being hidden. The low-profile design creates an unobtrusive look that can be covered over with mulch, dirt, or stones with no digging required.
Simply cut the product for the perfect fit. If needed there are elbows and extenders to create additional drainage lengths.
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WeepingTile Extension. Weeping Tile is not what it sounds like. It is just a corrugated drainage tube. It is usually used underground around the footing of your home’s foundation to move groundwater away.
This drainage tube comes in many lengths and can with perforated holes or without. These tubes can just be fixed to the bottom of your downspout and the tube run pretty much anywhere.
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Landscaping Solutions
DIY Drainage IdeasDry Creek Beds & Garden Options
If you prefer a more natural-looking way to divert rainwater from your roof, there are several ways to do so.
The following ideas are some examples of ones we found online. If you search online or talk to a landscaper, you may find more ways to move water away from your house.
Weeping Tile & Drainage Systems
Underground SolutionsDry Creek Beds, French Drains & Dry Wells
If you have a larger home or yard, then these solutions might be better options. They will cost more and take more work, but these systems are basically hidden and provide more control of excess water.
FRENCH DRAIN
A French Drain is a sloped trench filled with gravel or rock and commonly contains a perforated pipe.
The purpose of a French drain is to redirect surface and groundwater away from areas where water pools or collects. Water will naturally find pockets in the soil and move downward.
French Drains are a great way to move water over long distances and can enhance your landscaping.
CATCH BASIN
A Catch Basin is an upgrade over extensions. For one, they don’t create a trip hazard. A grate and basin are installed just below the downspout to catch the water. Connected to the basin is an extension hose that allows you to direct the water further away from your home underground.
DRY WELL
A dry well for yard drainage is an underground structure. Designed to collect and distribute excess water from your yard. Usually during heavy rainfall or in areas with poor drainage. It is a pit buried underground that connects to drainage from the house. The dry well collects all this water through pipes. Then allows water to percolate into the surrounding soil. Preventing pooling and water damage.
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BASEMENT FLOODING SOLUTIONS
Does your basement resemble a bunker?
You don’t have to live this way …
Reclaim Your Basement
Basements can be a valuable addition to any home, offering additional living space and storage. However, water leakage in basements can be a significant problem, making the space unusable and potentially damaging the structure of your home. Waterproofing your basement can solve this problem and allow you to reclaim the space for a variety of purposes.
When it comes to adding living space to your home, finishing your basement can be a great option. While many homeowners may view their basements as dark and damp storage areas.
WATERPROOFING YOUR HOME’S FOUNDATION
Professionally repairing the foundation and with the right renovations, it can become a functional and comfortable living space. Plus, repairing your basement will add value to your home.
Even if you haven’t had water in your basement, there may be signs that there are small cracks in the foundation. It’s important to catch foundation cracks early and have them repaired as soon as possible to prevent further damage.
Basements can flood for various reasons, including heavy rain, inadequate or clogged gutters, sewer backups, plumbing issues, foundation cracks, and sump pump failure.
By identifying and addressing these issues, homeowners can prevent basement flooding and protect their homes from water damage. It’s important to address any signs of water damage or moisture in the basement as soon as possible to prevent mold growth and further damage to the home.
Signs that you may have cracks in your foundation:
Visible cracks
The most obvious sign of foundation cracks is the appearance of cracks on the exterior or interior walls of your home. Cracks may be horizontal, vertical, or diagonal and can vary in size and shape.
Doors and windows not closing properly
If you notice that your doors or windows are suddenly difficult to close, this may be a sign that the foundation has shifted and caused the frames to become misaligned.
Uneven floors
If your floors are suddenly uneven or sloping, this may be an indication of foundation settlement or heaving.
Water infiltration
Cracks in the foundation can allow water to seep into your basement or crawl space, leading to moisture problems, mold growth, and other damage.
Cracks in drywall
If you notice cracks in the drywall of your home, particularly near windows or doors, this may be a sign of foundation damage.
Sagging or uneven roofing
If you notice that your roofline is sagging or uneven, this may be a sign of the foundation settling or shifting.
Exterior Signals
- Chimney pulling away from the house
- Concrete steps leaning away from the house
- Gaps between the driveway and the foundation
Unwanted Visitors
There are two types of basements: those that leak and those that will leak unless repaired.
INTERIOR OR EXTERIOR BASEMENT FOUNDATION WATERPROOFING
There are two ways your basement foundation can be repaired. From the exterior of your home and from the interior. In some instances, we may have to work both inside and outside.
Exterior waterproofing of a foundation is a process that involves excavating the soil around the foundation of a building. Any cracks are repaired. A waterproofing membrane is then applied to the exterior walls of the foundation. This process is designed to prevent water from penetrating the foundation walls and causing damage to the structure of the building. New weeping tile is added around the foundation to capture water and channel it away from the home’s foundation.
If access around the exterior of your home is limited. Due to neighbouring houses or other obstacles, the foundation would need to be repaired from the inside.
Interior Waterproofing involves installing a drainage system and a waterproofing membrane on the interior walls of a basement or crawl space. This process is designed to prevent water from penetrating the foundation walls and causing damage to the structure of the building.
A channel or trench is dug around the base of all the interior walls. In the trench, we place a drainage system and connect the system to a sump pit. Within the sump pit, a sump pump is installed to pump out excess water to the exterior and away from the house.
AAA Solid Foundation can evaluate the condition of your foundation and determine your needs.
Water penetration is a common issue that can cause significant damage to the structure and foundation of a home. Poor drainage, cracks in the foundation, improperly sealed windows and doors, a poorly maintained roof, a high-water table, and plumbing issues are some of the most common causes of water penetration in homes.
By identifying and addressing these issues, homeowners can prevent water damage and maintain the integrity of their homes.
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FOUNDATION REPAIR ESTIMATE
If your home signs of water seepage, uneven floors, cracks in walls or basement floor, gaps between floors and walls or shrinking soil around the foundation.
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