How 604FixLeak Finds & Fixes Leaks to Prevent Water Ingress Into Basements

There are three parts to finding basement leaks and then preventing water ingress into basements. The first part is identifying that there is, in fact, a leak. The second part requires identifying the source of the leak. The third part is then repairing the source to stop the leak and prevent future leaking. This is how professionals like 604FixLeak go about solving your basement leak problems, and this is what we are going to discuss today in our blog. 

Is There a Leak? 

The first part, as noted above, is to identify that there is, in fact, a leak. Just because a basement is damp, does not mean that there is a leak. There could be trapped condensation. Once a leak is identified, then the source of the leak must be determined. 

Leak Source 

This is where using professionals pays off because leaks can come from many different sources. Windows and doors, roofs, eaves, foundations, even exterior drainage can all be the sources of leaks. The leak cannot be stopped until the source is identified. After this step, repair can take place. 

Repair of Source 

The final step is repairing the leak source. Sometimes this is a simple fix—even if there has been a lot of damage—for example, a burst water line to a refrigerator is an easy fix, although your basement may have flooded in the meantime. 

Sometimes the fix may take longer. Repairing a roof or redoing the exterior drainage, which is often installed improperly to being with, can be a bigger job. But no matter how large or small the problem is, 604FixLeak can get you all fixed up with the leak source repaired and damage repaired as well!  

604FixLeak offers leak detection, plumbing repairs and restoration services in the Greater Vancouver area. 

If you have any questions about this article or need some help with a leak in your home or office, call us today at (604) 349-5325.