Help, My Basement Flooded in Michigan & Indiana!

Shut Off Any Failed Plumbing

While most flooded basements are caused by heavy rains and groundwater flooding, others are caused by home plumbing failures.

If a pipe, washer hose, water heater, or other pressurized water source fails in your home, it can release hundreds of gallons of water into your basement every hour.

We've even seen water rise so high in a basement that it's coming out of the windows!

The first step to handling a plumbing failure is to turn off any failed plumbing. Be very careful to stay high and dry as you do this, the water be could be electrified, or contain viruses and bacteria.

Contact A Disaster Restoration Expert

A disaster restoration expert? What is that? Disaster restoration experts are pros at drying homes, pumping out water, and making sure that mold and rot are controlled. You'll want to have them visit your home within 48 hours to avoid mold growth.

These companies generally provide 24-hour emergency service, so don't hesitate to contact them as soon as you find a problem. Depending on your area, the local fire company may also be available to pump your basement out.

Give Us A Call

Here's where we come in! If your home is located in the Michigan area, we'll be standing by to help you.

At Ayers Basement Systems, we have exclusive access to a wide variety of award-winning, warrantied products made specifically for basement waterproofing, and we can customize a great system for you.

In our business, when it rains, business tends to pour in. In the same way that we see long lines at good restaurants on weekends and holidays, so it is best to call us sooner rather than later.

You can count on our trained staff to go above and beyond to help you solve your problem as soon as possible.

Rescue Your Personal Property

Where there will be a few things you want to get out of the basement right away, most things can be moved after you've made those two phone calls.

Again, be very cautious when moving items, as your water could be charged with electricity, and raw sewage or toxic substances may be present in the floodwaters. If you're not sure if this is the case, it's best to be on the safe side.

If you have photos, electronics, or irreplaceable items that have water damage, do not despair! Many disaster restoration companies have ways to restore your property and restore lost computer data. This is one of the key reasons to opt for them over a standard pump-out job from a plumber or fire department.

Your basement may be humid for a few days as the drying out process continues, you may want to move out personal items that could grow mold such as photos, documents, and fabrics. You also may want to get a photographic record of the damage for your insurance company.

Notify Your Insurance Company

If your homeowner's insurance policy covers flooding, now is a good time to give them a call. Your agent can talk with you about what options you have for a claim, and they can advise you on what needs to be done when you meet with your contractors.

Some insurance companies will offer protection from flooding, and others will not. Additionally, it is important to note that some companies offer coverage for failing plumbing and not floods that come from groundwater flooding.

If the flood is small, or you don't feel that a call to your insurance company is necessary, it is still important to make a mental note of exactly what kinds of coverage you have, should a larger flood occur later on.

Do Some Waterproofing Research

Surprisingly there are many different basement waterproofing products and companies to choose from. There's a lot of science behind basement waterproofing, and lots of new products have been developed recently.

Before choosing a company make sure to research what kinds of solutions they offer, and how those solutions may measure up against the alternatives on the market. Many companies still use the old-fashioned ways that are not always the most effective.

Before meeting with them, be sure to research each contractor you work with online and to check their rating on the Better Business Bureau. It also may be in your best interest to ask the contractor to provide good references and testimonials, and to ask whether their workers are fully insured.