Released: April 19, 2007

Safeguard your home from flooding

Source: Gerri Willis, CNN Money

Some parts of the Northeast are still swimming in water from the weekend storm. We’re going to tell you what you can do to protect your home from flooding.

Clean your gutters. The most important step you can take to prevent flood damage to your home is to make sure your gutters are free of leaves and dirt and sticks.

Poor roof drainage is the No. 1 cause of basement leaks. A clogged gutter can cause even bigger problems by concentrating roof runoff water at your house’s corners close to the foundation, which can seep through your walls and cause flooding. In fact, clogged gutters may be responsible for cracks in your home’s foundation, according to Tom Kraeutler of the Money Pit.

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