How do I prevent my basement from flooding when it rains?

Question: How do I stop water from flooding my basement when it rains?

Answer: If your basement floods when it rains, it happens because water seeps in from the outside along the foundation. You need to waterproof your foundation.

Waterproofing a home foundation includes installing a sump basin and drain tile around the foundation to collect the water and pump it out of the home and into a sloped area where it will run away from your home. This may entail changes to your landscaping and earth surrounding your home so that it all slopes away from the home.  Additionally, you will want to install rain gutters to direct the water leaving the gutters away from the foundation.