Flood Prevention in New Brunswick Flood Forecasting Centres Across Canada Information on factors affecting flooding such as snow conditions, temperatures, precipitation patterns, water levels and streamflow conditions is routinely monitored by the forecast centre, using a wide variety of telecommunication systems ranging from satellites to the telephone. This information is supplied by several Canadian and…
How to Check If a Sump Pump Is Working Sump pumps are devices that help keep properties safe from water damage. When a storm occurs, sump pumps remove excess water around the foundation a property, transporting it away. Maintaining and testing a sump pump ensures that it works properly when needed. It takes only a…
Top 7 Tips to Beat the Spring Thaw “April showers bring May flowers” as the saying goes, but heavy spring rain coupled with still-melting snow can also bring some less desirable events. Here are a few tips to improve your chances of only needing your rubber boots while outside your home this spring: Keep street…
Backwater Valve 101 A sewer backup can be caused by anything from clogged or grease-filled drains to tree roots, collapsed sewer lines, or heavy rain — and once a backup begins, it can do a lot of damage. The good news is there’s a simple way you can minimize your risk of having backed up…
