Refrain from Excess Water Useage
What Can Residents Do During Periods of High Water Tables and Heavy Rainfall?
With continued rainfall and elevated groundwater levels, residents can take several steps to help protect their homes and reduce the risk of flooding:
✅ Ensure your backflow prevention valve is installed, operational, and properly maintained. Routine inspections and maintenance are essential to ensure the valve functions when you need it most.
✅ Check that your sump pump is working properly and that the discharge line is clear and directed away from your home's foundation.
✅ Ensure the grading around your home slopes away from the foundation. Proper grading helps direct surface water away from your property and reduces the risk of water entering your basement.
✅ Keep eavestroughs, downspouts, and drainage swales clear of debris to allow water to flow away from your property.
✅ Monitor basements and crawl spaces for signs of water infiltration and address your issues early when possible.
✅ Limit non-essential water use during periods of high inflow to help reduce stress on the municipal wastewater system.
Taking preventative measures now can help protect your property and support the overall resilience of our community's infrastructure during severe weather events.
Town of Esterhazy
Mayor and Council
