If your basement has ever flooded before, chances are it will do so again. Even if it hasn't, there's still a chance it could flood in the future, so you need to be sure your basement is fully waterproofed. There are numerous reasons why basements flood, many of which are preventable.
The most common reasons for basement flooding include gravity, problems with the walls and foundations, gutter problems, backed up sewers, and broken water lines. Basement waterproofing Des Moines can reduce the effects of these common issues. Read more here.
