How to Pump Water From a Crawl Space
Sometimes these things happen. Maybe there was a flood or a typhoon or even just a bit of a drizzle, but somehow your crawl space got flooded. Sure, you could always just let the water sit there and hope it dries on its own, but that could lead to some serious damage and the development of mold and other pests in the home. You have to get that water out of there right away. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Wet/dry vac
- Dehumidifier
- Electric fans
- Extension cords
- Towels
- Work clothes
- Rubber gloves and boots
Instructions
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Pumping Water From a Crawl Space
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Dress for the part. This is going to be a messy job, and you will get wet. Don't wear your Sunday best to drain out your crawl space.
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Plug in your wet/dry vac and set to work, vacuuming up as much of the water as you can. If you don't have a sump pump in your basement, you can drain the water through your bathtub or, less preferably, your sink. Be careful when draining the water and avoid spilling it on your floor or counter tops as much as possible.
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Set up fans and a dehumidifier to help dry the wet spots on the ground when you're finished vacuuming it up. The dehumidifier will suck the moisture out of the air and help prevent mold growth.
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Turn up the heat in your home to help dry the air and clear out any remaining moisture.
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Use towels to block any leaking points and monitor the area closely until you get the leak repaired.
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Tips & Warnings
If water got in there once, it's sure to happen again. Have a professional come and evaluate the damage and get the leak fixed as soon as possible.
Be careful when working with electrical equipment around water. Always wear protective gloves and shoes.
