Basement flooding from clay soil and poor drainage
Why it happens here
The clay soil in West Winnetka does not absorb water quickly, so it pools around foundations and seeps into basements. This is especially common in low-lying areas near the Willow Road Corridor.
Our approach
We install sump pumps, French drains, and waterproof membranes to keep water out. We also extract any standing water and dry the basement completely.