If a basement leak does appear, try to find and seal its source.

If a basement leak does occur, try to seal it at the source.

And because downspouts deliver such a large amount of water to such a small area, the chances that basement leaks will be produced nearby are high.

EARLY spring, with its wet weather and thawing temperatures, is the season for basement leaks.

"We don't have money to fix a drain pipe or the roof, and the washing machine in the basement leaks," Mr. Cirillo said.

March, with its rains and thaws, keeps many homeowners busy with basement leaks.

These can range from basement leaks and foundation settling to leaking roofs and damage due to soaking of insulation.

Sam explained about the basement leak and told her mother he was probably digging out the foundation to keep busy, to avoid thinking about his debt.

The storm would test his work on the basement leak.

In addition, the devices prevent saturation of soil against the foundation, which can cause basement leaks.