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Why Basements Flood

• Heavy rainfall and snowmelt
  
  
• Sump pump failure
  
  
• Foundation cracks
  
  
• Sewer backups
  
  

What to Do Right Away

1. Stay safe—don’t enter if water touches outlets.
   
   
2. Shut off electricity and gas if needed.
   
   
3. Call Lakeside for emergency water removal.
   
   
4. Remove salvageable items quickly.
   
   

Prevention Tips

• Install a backup sump pump with battery power.
  
  
• Seal foundation cracks and improve grading.
  
  
• Keep gutters and downspouts clear.
  
  
• Add a backflow prevention valve for sewers.
  
  

Final Word

Basement floods are common in Minnesota, but Lakeside’s experts know how to prevent them—and how to restore your home fast when they happen.