Subsurface water can be a huge problem for any basement if not planned for ahead of time. There are several ways subsurface water can build up around your home, here are a few.

-If the ground is sloped toward your home, instead of away, all of the natural subsurface water will run towards your home.

-If you don’t have gutters, you need them. Gutters move water away from the home that would otherwise fall into the base of your home.

-Downspouts are also a common problem, if not maintained correctly. Downspouts can empty too close to the home and cause subsurface water to build up.