Although basement leaks may seem superficial, they can quickly flood your basement. If you’ve already found this out first-hand, you’ve come to the right place!

Water is an incredibly destructive substance; it seeps into every crack, crevice, and porous surfaces. Some, like drywall and carpets, are replaceable. Others, like family photographs, are not.

The longer you leave standing water, the more damage and destruction it causes. That’s where water damage restoration specialists come in – like Ontario’s industry-leaders, Al-Care DKI.

We are trained, insured, experienced, and IICRC certified to handle small and large-scale water damage situations by removing, repairing, and replacing damaged materials, as well as drying and restoring your basement.

This is how we save leaking or flooded basements.

1. Identify The Source

Unless the source of your leak is obvious, our water damage contractor will walk around your basement searching for signs of one. These signs include yellow or brown stains on ceilings and walls, crumbling or rotten wood, warped and wet flooring, musty smells, mould, leaking sounds, bubbling walls, and yard flooding.

We use the latest detection technology for particularly evasive leaks, such as infrared moisture detectors and moisture meters. This also helps us make sure that no hidden moisture or leaks are left.

2. Repair The Source

Once the source of the leak has been identified, we immediately repair it to prevent more water from leaking into your basement and causing more damage. This also makes the cleanup and restoration process easier. We are trained and certified to do plumbing repairs and have over 30 years’ experience doing so successfully.

In our experience, common causes for leaking or water-damaged basements are:

• Leaking or burst pipes (either visible or behind walls, floors, and ceilings)
• A buildup of condensation over time from too much humidity and not enough ventilation
• Drainage issues from blocked gutters or drains
• Leaking roof

NOTE: If the leak is severe and your basement is completely flooded, we will likely have to pump out the water first for visibility and safety purposes.

3. Remove Excess Water

Using industrial-grade pumps, we will remove any excess or standing water from your basement to prevent further damage.

Once removed, we will remove any unaffected furniture and moveable belongings to make sure they stay dry and that there is space for us to work unobstructed.

4. Dry Affected Areas

The next step is aiding natural drying using industrial-grade drying equipment to speed up the process and prevent water from causing more damage.

Hardwood dryers will be used to pull moisture from accessible wood. Air movers, floor fans, and dehumidifiers will be placed strategically to dry your basement quickly.

Air scrubbers are also used to filter the air of contaminants to create a safe working environment.

5. Mould Remediation

Our experience with water damage and advanced moisture detection technology will allow us to identify, test, and remove any mould that grew when your leak began.

If no mould is detected, we will disinfect the area to prevent mould growth from any moisture or condensation leftover while your basement dries.

6. Solve Lingering Smells

Water damage also causes musty smells that can linger for months. We will eliminate the odor particles using industrial-strength sanitizing and deodorizing agents.

We will also clean any carpets thoroughly to prevent odor particles from becoming trapped in the thick material.

7. Water Damage Restoration

Our thorough training and IICRC certification allow us to repair and restore water-damaged materials and structures, such as drywall and wood. We can also remove and replace unsalvageable items.

We offer foundation repair and restoration services, as well as green construction options for more eco-friendly restoration alternatives.

If you’re suffering from water leaking into your basement, you need specialist help ASAP before the damage gets worse. As we’re based in Ontario and offer 24/7 emergency services, we will be at your door in minutes.

Call us now to avoid further water damage services!