Basements are the most common area of your home to flood. Whether it is from heavy rainfall, melting snow, a roof drainage problem or a sump pump mishap, water always seems to find its way into basements. One of the most common causes of basement flooding in Illinois homes and businesses is sump pump failures due to a power outage from a recent storm. If you have your laundry set up in your basement, the leaks associated with washing machines are very common, especially when they are constantly overloaded. Issues with hot water tanks and water heaters can also result in leaks in your basement. A Few Ways to Help You Prevent Basement Flooding in your Home: Repair Foundation Cracks - Cracks in your house foundation can invite water seepage into the basement rather easily. To prevent any kind of basement flooding, inspect the full exterior of your home's foundation, its basement walls, and basement floors on a consistent basis. Properly Landscaped Yard - Make sure the design...