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<\/p>\nSummer storms can bring heavy rain fast. Taking a few simple steps now can help protect your home, basement and belongings from flooding.<\/p>\n
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Mississauga had multiple record-breaking summer rainstorms over the past two years. As climate change brings more frequent and intense storms, homeowners need to be ready for heavy rainfall and the risk of flooding. Water damage and other flood related issues can be costly, stressful and disruptive. Whether you had flooding in your home, or want to help prevent it, there are lots of ways to protect your property before the intense summer storms arrive. Small actions, like clearing drains, moving water away from your foundation and protecting valuables, can make a big difference before the next storm hits.<\/p>\n
Be aware of drainage red flags<\/p>\n
Start by looking around your property after it rains. If water is pooling, draining slowly or collecting near your foundation, your home may be more at risk during a heavy storm. Other warning signs include:<\/p>\n
Pooling water that lasts more than a day around the foundation of your home.
\nSunken areas of ground that are sloped down towards your basement.
\nWater overflowing from eavestroughs and filling your window well.
\nRoof downspouts draining right next to the foundation of your home.
\nBlocked or covered swales, shallow, grass-covered channels in your yard.
\nBlocked or covered storm drains on or near your property.<\/p>\n
Direct water away from your home<\/p>\n
An easy way to prevent flooding on your property is to make sure that water drains away from your home. This will help prevent flooding by keeping the foundation and window wells dry. There are a few ways that you can do this:<\/p>\n
Remove leaves, sticks and debris from your eavestroughs, so rain can flow freely from the roof to the downspout. Keep your basement dry<\/p>\n Windows and doors in the foundation of your home are vulnerable to flooding, as they are on the ground level. Keeping these areas clean, dry and sealed is key to preventing water from entering your home and causing damage. Seal up any cracks and openings around windows and doors. Consider covering your window well with a clear cover to keep water and debris out.<\/p>\n Maintain your drains<\/p>\n Homeowners are responsible for keeping the drains on their property clear<\/a> to prevent flooding. Check that drains are not blocked, so water can flow into the stormwater system. This is critical as these drains, just like the storm drains on the roads, collect rainwater and melted snow and send it into the City\u2019s stormwater system. They prevent debris and litter from entering the system, while helping limit flooding on private property.<\/p>\n Check your sump pump<\/p>\n If your home has a sump pump, check it regularly. Make sure the pump and discharge pipe are clean, clear of debris and working properly so water can move away from your home during a storm.<\/p>\n Protect your valuables<\/p>\n Many homeowners store items in their basements. Some items, like family photo albums, are difficult to replace. Store these and other important documents and items in waterproof containers. This will prevent any damage if your basement is flooded. This will also help keep your items dry, clean and mold-free.<\/p>\n Apply for rebates<\/p>\n The City of Mississauga offers rebates for residents who want to install waterproofing measures in their home.<\/p>\n Basement Flooding Rebate: Apply for a rebate<\/a> of up to $7,500 to help with the cost of installing basement flooding prevention measures. Protect yourself from fraud<\/p>\n The City doesn\u2019t provide recommendations for which contractors you can hire to install flood prevention materials and measures. Homeowners must do their own research to ensure you are making the right decision. City staff or contractors won\u2019t come to your door or call you to ask you to apply for the City\u2019s rebates. If a salesperson calls or comes to your home, ask for ID and do your own vetting before you hire a contractor.<\/p>\n Flood prevention resources<\/p>\n Learn how to be aware of potential floods and make your home more resilient to future floods. Follow the City\u2019s X social media channel<\/a> for updates when there is active flooding.<\/p>\n For more information about the City\u2019s stormwater infrastructure, visit mississauga.ca\/stormwater<\/a>.<\/p>\n
Media contact<\/p>\n City of Mississauga Media Relations
\nDisconnect your downspout and add an extension and splash pad at least three feet away from your foundation.
\nFill any sunken areas near your foundation with clean clay soil, so that water doesn\u2019t pool and cause flooding.
\nConsider creating a rain garden<\/a> on a flat portion of your lawn away from your home to help capture water and grow native plants.<\/p>\n
\nFlood Resilience Rebate: Apply for a rebate<\/a> of up to $3,000 to help with the cost of installing water-resistant materials.<\/p>\n
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