Flooding is common in Central and Eastern Massachusetts. This is especially true during the rainy seasons.

Flood waters can damage your property and belongings inside costing you thousands of dollars. Landry Mechanical is here to help with tips on how to flood-proof your plumbing system.

Flooded Basement With Water Damage — Flood Damage Costs Thousands to Remediate!

Your home’s sump pump removes flood water from your basement or other crawl spaces. Sump pumps work by collecting flood water in a put and pumping it away. This protects your homes foundation from water damage.

To test your sump pump, fill the sump pit with water so that the float is able to rise. If the pump activates your pump is ready for flooding.

If the sump pump doesn’t turn on, it’s time to“Just Call Landry”. Our Drain & Sewer experts at Landry Mechanical can repair and replace broken sump pumps. We’ll make sure your sump pump is ready for floods.

Sump Pump Pit with water inside — Sump Pumps Like These Remove water from your home and away from your foundation!

Install A Backflow Prevention Valve

Backflow occurs when the normal flow of water reverses, potentially contaminating your home’s water supply. Backflow prevention valves stop reverse flow keeping your water supply clean during flooding.

Don’t have a backflow prevention system? “Just Call Landry”. Our plumbing experts offer a range of backflow prevention services to keep your water clean and safe.

Backflow Prevention Valve On Home — Backflow Prevention Valves Like This Keep Sewage Out of Your Home’s Water Supply!

Deep Clean Your Drains

Clogged drains are a huge problem, especially during rainstorms. If your home cannot drain properly it can increase flood water in the home. Check gutters and downspouts for clogs and remove any you find. Also, ensure interior drains function properly to prevent blockages.

Run into any clogs? “Just Call Landry” Our plumbing experts can perform camera inspections and drain cleaning services.

Locate Your Main Water Shut Off Valve

During flooding, the last thing you need is more water in your home. When flood waters enter your home locate the shut off valve and turn it off. Make sure you know where it is beforehand because it is difficult to navigate a flooded basement.

Main Water Valve — During flooding, always turn off your main line valve!

Don’t know where your shut off valve is? “Just Call Landry” our plumbing experts can help. Landry Mechanical offers whole home plumbing inspections. We can help you locate your home’s shut off valve in case of emergencies.

Protect Exterior Plumbing Fixtures

Flooding doesn’t just damage the interior of your home. It can also damage exterior fixtures like spigots for hoses. Landry recommends covering exposed fixtures with water proof covers to minimize damage. You can also wrap the spigot in old rags or towels and secure it with tape.

Spigot Cover to Prevent Freeze ups and flooding damage — Spigot Covers Like This Prevent Freezing Pipes & Flood Damage!

Replace Rusty or Damaged Pipes

The 2nd largest cause of flooding in homes is leaking pipes. Most old pipes are made out of copper and iron which rust over time.

This rust leads to leaks that can flood your home if not replaced ahead of time.

If your home has lead pipes it’s best to replace them anyways as lead is a known neurotoxin.

In need of pipe repair or replacement? “Just Call Landry” our plumbing experts offer pipe repair and replacement as part of our services.

Rusty Metal Pipe — Rusty metal pipes like these can leak leading to flooding in your home!

Conclusion

Flooding can cause expensive and widespread damage to your home and belongings. Therefore, it’s best to be prepared beforehand to mitigate the damage. If you are worried about your home’s plumbing system call the experts. “Just Call Landry”

We Take COMFORT in YOUR COMFORT!

Keep Your Plumbing Safe on Summer Break!

Ready for a vacation this summer? You’re not alone. According to Hoteldive.com “travelers plan to take an average of 3.1 summer trips this year, up from 2.3 in 2024”

Many homeowners don’t consider preparing their plumbing system for vacation. Landry Mechanical has tips to keep your plumbing safe on summer break!

Inspect Your Gutters

Clogged Gutter With Debris — If you find debris like this in your gutters it’s time to clean them

Powerful thunderstorms are common during New England summers. If your gutters are clogged with debris water may flow outside of the gutters. This water may damage your foundation and leak into your basement.

Therefore, it’s best to inspect and clean your gutters before going on vacation.

Test Your Sump Pump

If you have a sump pump in your basement, Landry Mechanical recommends testing it before you leave for vacation. Make sure your sump pump turns on properly.

If you experience flooding of any kind in your basement, the sump pump should kick on and limit water damage.

Run into any issues with your sump pump? “Just Call Landry” Our expert plumbers can repair and replace sump pumps that keep your home dry and safe.

Have Landry Install an Automatic Water Shut-off

Automatic Water Shut Off Valve Installed — Consider Installing an Automatic Water Shut Off Valve to Keep Your Home Safe!

Automatic Water Shut-Off valves are devices that closes to stop the flow of water when it detects unusual water flow.

Also, these valves can detect a prolonged flow of water like a faucet that you forgot to shut off.

These valves can be installed for a specific appliance or for your whole home.

Interested in an Automatic Water Shut Off? “Just Call Landry” Our Plumbing experts can install, repair, and replace this equipment.

Run Your Garbage Disposal

Clogged Garbage Disposal — Don’t Leave Your Garbage Disposal Like This! It Will Stink Up Your Kitchen While You’re Away!

Garbage Disposals are common in kitchens throughout central and eastern Massachusetts. Before leaving for vacation, make sure to run your garbage disposal.

This will clean out any remaining food and keep your kitchen smelling nice when you return.

Run into issues with your sump pump? “Just Call Landry” Our kitchen plumbing experts are here to help. We repair and replace garbage disposals.

Conclusion:

Going on vacation can be fun. However, running into flooding or plumbing problems after vacation isn’t fun.

Keep your home safe and comfortable this summer with Landry Mechanical. We Take COMFORT in YOUR Comfort!