My Basement Flooded—Here’s How Bone Dry Construction Saved My Home
There’s nothing as stressful as waking up to find your home has a flooded basement in Southwest Virginia. Whether it’s heavy rain, rising groundwater, or poor drainage, water can cause severe damage to your home’s foundation, belongings, and indoor air quality. When my basement flooded after a major rainstorm, I didn’t know where to turn. I called Bone Dry Construction & Basement Waterproofing, and their expert, John Barrett, quickly assessed the situation and designed a long-term solution to keep my home safe and dry. Here’s how they fixed my flooded basement—and how they can help protect your home, too.
Bone Dry Construction & Waterproofing Fixed My Flooded Basement in Virginia
When I called Bone Dry Construction, John Barrett and his team responded quickly. Instead of just pumping out the water and leaving, they assessed the root cause of the flooding and created a custom waterproofing plan to prevent it from happening again.
Here’s how they saved my basement:
1. Emergency Basement Water Removal and Flood Damage Cleanup
First, the Bone Dry team pumped out all standing water and used high-powered dehumidifiers to remove excess moisture.
2. French Drain Installation to Prevent Future Flooding in Salem, VA
Since heavy rain was pushing water toward my foundation, Bone Dry installed a French drain system to redirect water away from my home.
3. Sump Pump Installation in the New River Valley for Extra Flood Protection
Because my area near Smith Mountain Lake is prone to power outages during storms, they installed a battery backup sump pump to keep my basement dry even when the electricity goes out.
4. Bone Dry Offers Foundation Sealing and Waterproofing Solutions in James River
To prevent future seepage, they applied waterproof sealants to my basement walls and reinforced my foundation to block moisture.
5. Gutter and Downspout Extensions Direct Water Away from SML Homes
One of the biggest issues contributing to my flooded basement was improper water drainage. The team extended my downspouts and regraded my yard to ensure rainwater flowed away from my home.
Contact Bone Dry Today to Assess Your Home’s Risk of Basement Flooding
If your home is in Roanoke, Salem, Bedford, Lynchburg, the New River Valley, Smith Mountain Lake, or near the James River or Roanoke River, you could be at risk for:
- Water seepage through basement walls
- Standing water or high humidity in your crawl space
- Foundation cracks that allow moisture intrusion
- Flooding after heavy rainstorms
Don’t wait until it’s too late! Contact Bone Dry Construction & Basement Waterproofing today to protect your home from costly water damage.
Call (540) 312-1635 or email us to schedule a FREE inspection today. Bone Dry Construction & Basement Waterproofing in Vinton is here to help with your flooded basement in Southwest Virginia.