The basement in any home is where some of the most costly equipment, like heating and cooling systems and electricity, are stored. Additionally, it offers extra space for living that could benefit from finished flooring solutions such as floor drains. A properly functioning floor drain can prevent floodwater damage in this vital space.
Clogged basement floor drains can lead to costly water damage in your basement as well as unpleasant odor issues, so it is important to regularly clear them of debris and keep them clear of obstructions to maintain an enjoyable living environment and protect expensive machinery from being damaged by overflow.
Clogging of basement floor drains may occur for various reasons, most commonly sediment accumulation in the drain caused by washing machines, leaky plumbing fixtures or soil settlement that reduces its efficiency. Clogs can even occur as a result of tree roots becoming lodged within its system.
As soon as a basement drain becomes clogged, you may detect an unpleasant odor and water pooling where it would normally dissipate. To ensure a timely resolution and avoid flooding of the basement, the best method for finding its source and clearing away its obstructions is using hydro jetting machinery; high-pressure water jets break apart any blockages quickly before flushing them away with ease.
If you do not possess a hydro jetting machine, an effective alternative method to unclog a basement drain would be using a drain snake. While it is more challenging and time consuming, using one is still effective and should only be attempted after wearing fluid-resistant work gloves and eye protection; to make sure that any spraying done from behind doesn’t backflow into your drain pipe and cause additional issues with flooding before clearing is accomplished.
One way of cleaning your basement drain is to use hot water. This will flush away accumulated bacteria and eliminate odors from the drain. For extra efficiency, mix baking soda and vinegar together and pour this down your drain – or do both – about every three months to maintain a sanitary space and free from water damage or unpleasant aromas.
If your basement is experiencing drainage issues, contact a waterproofing professional immediately to assess and address them. It’s best not to try fixing symptoms without first addressing their source; doing so could cause more severe problems down the line. For instance, an outdated drain tile system that collects and transports water inefficiently may need upgrading; instead a waterproofing company could install an interior drainage system designed to collect and transport it more effectively, require less excavation during installation, clog less frequently, be easier to install, require less excavation during setup – these systems could even prevent seepage through walls!