Summer Storms & Your Plumbing: How to Protect Your Pipes from Flooding

July in Middle Tennessee often brings unpredictable weather—bright sunshine one minute, sudden downpours and flash floods the next. While these summer storms can cool things off, they can also put your home’s plumbing at serious risk. From sewer backups to foundation leaks and sump pump failures, knowing how to prepare your plumbing before a storm hits can save you from costly damage and headaches.

How Summer Storms Affect Your Plumbing

1. Sewer Backups Heavy rain can overwhelm municipal sewer systems, causing water to back up into your home through drains, toilets, or sinks. This is not only unpleasant but can also be a serious health hazard.

2. Foundation Leaks When the ground becomes saturated, water can seep into your home through cracks in the foundation. Even a small leak can lead to mold growth and structural damage if left untreated.

3. Sump Pump Failures Sump pumps are your first line of defense against basement flooding. But during intense storms, they can fail due to power outages, mechanical issues, or simply being overwhelmed by too much water.

Prevention Tips for Storm Season

• Install a Backwater Valve: This prevents sewage from flowing back into your home during heavy rain.

• Inspect Your Foundation: Seal cracks and improve drainage around your home to keep water out.

• Test Your Sump Pump: Ensure it’s working properly before storms arrive, and consider a battery backup in case of power loss.

• Clear Gutters & Downspouts: Proper drainage reduces pressure on your plumbing and keeps water away from your foundation.

• Avoid Using Large Appliances During Storms: Dishwashers and washing machines can overload your plumbing when the system is already stressed.

24/7 Emergency Storm Plumbing Service

At Twenty-Four Hour Plumbing LLC, we know storms don’t wait for business hours—and neither should your plumber. Our team is on-call day or night to handle:

• Flooded basements

• Sewer backups

• Sump pump repairs or replacements

• Emergency pipe repairs

• Water damage prevention services

Whether it’s a minor leak or a major plumbing emergency, we’re ready to keep your home safe, dry, and functional—no matter what the forecast says.

📞 Call us now at (615) 785-3827 💻 Visit: twentyfourhourplumbingllc.com

Stay storm-ready, Middle Tennessee. We’ve got your back when the rain starts to fall.