How to Protect Your Home from Drain Issues and Basement Flooding

Your home is one of the biggest investments you'll ever make—so protecting it from water damage and drainage problems just makes sense. Whether it’s a minor clog in the bathtub or a major basement flood, these issues can lead to serious stress (and costly repairs) if they’re not handled properly. At McDowell Drain & Waterproofing , we’ve seen it all. And more importantly, we’ve fixed it all—from Niagara Falls to Welland, St. Catharines to Niagara-on-the-Lake. In this blog, we’ll break down the most common drain and waterproofing issues homeowners face—and what you can do about them before they turn into disasters. 1. The Hidden Dangers of a Clogged Bathtub Drain Let’s start with a simple issue— cloggeddrains in the tub . They might not seem like a big deal at first. A little slow drainage here, a small pool of water there. But over time, that buildup of soap, hair, and debris can cause pressure in your plumbing, bad odours, and even pipe damage. Clogged bathtub dr...