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What steps can I take to resolve this issue?

Asked by Alexandre Kowalski
8 months ago
Last Updated: May 7, 2024

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Roderich Sonnenberg

Having a gutter can make a big difference. It’s also important to have proper grading.

Ivan Willis

A fast solution…dig a trench to redirect water flow

Ömür Alpuğan

Combination of French drain and gutters

Tess Mercier

Drainage system

Mar Campos

Could you move it instead?

Allie Miller

How about digging a trench to direct the water away?

Inga Rommel

Wow, really? So, the quickest way would be to lower the soil and grass level below the slab/stoop, then work on the gutters, etc.

Nathan Patel

I remember dealing with a similar problem back when I lived in my old house. The water table was super high, so water would just flow right under the basement door. I ended up modifying the door, cutting it, and building an 8-inch tall form for a concrete step leading outside.

Sergen Schaminée

Wow, after seeing that, I would definitely not stick around… the mold must be thriving in that basement.

Krsto Isaković

Hey, why not try installing a French drain and gutters? If not, you could always roll up your sleeves, put on some boots, and start digging a ditch to divert water away from your home.

Vidya Singh

Consider installing a sump pump for additional water protection

Marinette Jean

You could grab a shovel and start digging a trench

Gerke Scheer

French drains, gutters, and proper grading are important for water drainage

Radomir Đokanović

It sounds like you already have a solution, but I would definitely work on drying that up quickly.

Charlie Chambers

Lift the door 12″ then build a small step porch, dig a trench, and install a french drain to redirect the water away from the house

Natalia Guerrero

You begin to dig

رادین زارعی

Can you please turn off the hose?

Eleonora Bezkorovayniy

Well, the first step is to dig a trench that slopes away from the house. Once you assess the situation, I’m sure adding a downspout will make a big difference. Fill the trench with dirt to prevent puddling in front of your door. Good luck!

Roberto Nguyen

Yep, I would consider installing a French drain…

Tereza Demedyuk

Remove the taller grass around the concrete pad and install a French drain to redirect water away from the pad.

Tereza Demedyuk

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Udarsh Keshri

‘t forget to clean your gutters and make sure they’re draining properly to avoid any backups.

Likhitha Banerjee

Hey, make sure to get some gutters, man!

Aida Fajardo

If you hadn’t left the hose on overnight, this wouldn’t have happened, you know?

Noelle Tipparti

If you don’t address gutters, downspouts, and moisture inside your home with a good fan or dehumidifier, you’re inviting mold to grow. Additionally, make sure to replace the threshold if you can see daylight underneath it.

Murat Paksüt

Please remember to shut off the hose.

Philip Thompson

For emergencies, they construct temporary water dams and leave them in place until a permanent solution can be implemented.

Raquel Castillo

Installing gutters and a French drain would make a huge difference.

Rafael Welch

I suggest beginning by digging a trench away from the house!!!!!

Luka Hageland

For a temporary solution, try placing sandbags or blockers there to reduce the water flow. Make sure your gutters are working properly and the grading around the house is directing water away. Consider installing French drains and repairing the bottom of the door to prevent seeing outside.

Frédéric Noel

Literally have been experiencing the EXACT same thing. We had a massive storm today, so yesterday I dug a trench next to the concrete leading to the county drain. I made sure to slope it correctly and ensure proper drainage. Along the way, I discovered two French drains and a drain pipe. The drain pipe was completely buried and it’s the one that receives water from my gutters. During the last storm, my gutters were overflowing just like that. After uncovering the pipe and allowing it to flow into the ditch, today’s storm brought an inch of rain and I have NO water seeping in. It took me around 2.5 hours and I felt awful while working on it. My future plan is to replace the French drains and pipe since they are currently all connected and causing blockages.

Trung Van Tol

Remember, water always flows downhill. You may need to regrade the yard near the door so that water can flow away from your house. If it’s not possible to go downhill because the area is already at its lowest point, you might have to install a pump.

Sebastian Petersen

Make a move

Bror Risberg

I’d rather do anything than just sit back and observe.

Reynaldo Vázquez

Make sure to grade the land first, ensuring proper gutters and drainage to direct water away once the grading is done.

آوینا گلشن

Make sure to turn off the water 💦💦💦

محمد مرادی

Should we relocate to a higher elevation?

Hivrya Dmitrik

Oh no, dealing with two leaks tonight. There’s a small leak in the concrete block under the stair crawl space and a potential exterior foundation crack causing water to seep under the kitchen cabinets. We currently have two wet vacs running. 🤦‍♀️

Benjamin Mortensen

French drain located on the opposite side.

Nemanja Srejović

Why is there a hose there? Is it related to the gutter situation? Where is the water coming from? Is it from the house or the garage? You may need to replace the door and adjust the threshold. Your post has raised a lot of questions.

زهرا کوتی

Addressing the drainage issues is crucial before considering any weather stripping, otherwise waterproofing problems may arise from water seepage

Lia Mauseth

Check if there are gutters. If there are, they seem to be overflowing. It’s important to address this issue before anything else. You should also install a drain outside the door. Additionally, inspect for any potential grading problems. If needed, you can raise the threshold using concrete.

Heinz Picard

Consider purchasing a boat.

Kim Mcdonalid

Make sure to grade properly before cutting a swale to divert water.

Consuelo Delgado

Make sure to clear out your gutters.

Heather Crawford

Raise the house by 12 feet using CMU columns.

Mallika Vernekar

There’s too much water. Simply reduce the amount of water you use and it should be okay.

Félix Muñoz

I’m no pro, but here’s a tip: clear out the soil and grass to create a downward slope away from the house. It did the trick for us when we were constructing a garage.

Clifford Ford

Hey, gutters are important. Get them installed or make sure to keep them clean.

Auguste Brun

Water can be both a great ally and a formidable foe. It’s hard to completely stop it, but you can redirect its flow. Instead of blocking it at the entrance, guide it away. Create a trench that will carry the water elsewhere.

Carmim Carvalho

You may need to install some drain tile.

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