- The basement is floodingGroundwater, sump pump or a leak. How to tell which, and what to do first.Open guide
- A pipe just burstShut the water off, drain the lines, then deal with the repair and the damage.Open guide
- Water on the floor or in the basementStop the source, stay clear of live power, and start drying within a day.Open guide
Flooding and leaks
Water where it shouldn't be does the most damage in the first day. Pick what's happening to get the safe first steps.