So we came home to find 15" of water in the basement. Two containers of clothes wet. I have spread out in the attic as best I can. DADT is a real bummer in times like this.
So we came home to find 15" of water in the basement. Two containers of clothes wet. I have spread out in the attic as best I can. DADT is a real bummer in times like this.
Susann_Gardener
So sorry to read this SuSann. Things like this is why I don?t go away during winter months. Was it a burst pipe or leaking basement from all the rain?
If you only knew the power of the pink fog! ~Joss
Sump pumps failed. Found problem and fixed.Originally Posted by JocelynJames
Yah, holes in the ground are a problem.
Susann_Gardener
is there no laundromats near by with dryers ?
A cellar is a well that you try to keep dry. Please do not put anything on the floor.
New England old homes are big leakers for sure.
I fixed the water issues in my New England basement by planting roses! The rose beds soak up water. I planted a long bed parallel to the house. The basement has been dry for about two years.
Before that I had a cheap synthetic area rug that I'd use to soak up the water near the basement door. I'd roll it up and stick it in a 5 gallon Home Depot bucket so the water would drain into the bucket.
Of course that would do nothing for the tragedy of 15 inches of water flooding a basement.
I feel your pain. Our sump pump has failed twice in the 24 years we've lived here. The most recent time, just before the start of the pandemic, we had a pump with a battery backup pump professionally installed, and one of my goals in retirement is to move to a home without a @#$&%* sump pump. As Debs said, though, i would take the clothing to a laundromat. Launder first, since the washer will get most of the water out, and then dry whatever can go through the dryer, and hang the rest. Good luck!
Susan, I'm so sorry. I hope everything is OK after it dries.
Please call me Jamie, I always_have crossdressed, I always will, "alwayshave".
With some cleaver out-of-the-box thinking, I have found place to spread out all my clothes. They are drying.
Somewhat riskier locations but doing what I can.
Do not have time or opportunity to take to a laundrymat.
Susann_Gardener
Most likely, the clothes need to be washed before you dry them. Water in the basement is not clean.
Krisi
Just a thought. To avoid such mishaps in the future, consider getting some of those large, Rubbermaid tubs with lids.
Remember always that you not only have the right to be an individual, you have an obligation to be one.
Eleanor Roosevelt
Appriciate all the suggestions. Washing will have to wait until a later time when time is available.
A change in containers might attract attention, that may not work, but I will think on it.
Current container was a 5 gal bucket, that floated, tipped and took on some water.
Also a gym bag, which of course soked up water.
Thank goodness a dress like my avatar wasn't involved.
Susann_Gardener
before drying out.
I'm glad to hear it all worked out for you! We recently lost pretty much everything we owned in November due to a house fire I was able to save a few items of clothing and I was able to get the smell out. So I'll share my trick with y'all.
1 gal Odoban
1 smaller sized box of baking soda
1 box of your favorite fabric softener sheets
1 large Rubbermaid storage container
Rinse clothing out as best as possible.Dump all ingredients into container except for the dryer sheets and mix. Start putting the clothing items in the mixture while inserting dryer sheets in pockets/socks/anything. Let sit uncovered for 24 hrs gently stirring every few hours or so. Remove after 24 hrs and rinse with water proceed to wash clothes as normal.
Last edited by Cantcatchabreak; 05-23-2023 at 03:09 AM. Reason: Grammatical error
Cantcatchabreak sorry to hear about your loss. Hopefully you were able get money through your home owners insurance. I realize that won't make up for everything you lost but it will help you get back on your feet.
The Pink Fog will be with you, always!
Hi Susann, Sorry to hear about the flooding, it sounds like you already have two pumps, you might consider an alarm bell utilizing a water sensor. Again, sorry to hear about the mess and extra work. Hopefully you are able to salvage all of your clothes. Stay positive, Brenda
PS Love the blue ball gown.
Brenda,
Have a water sensor with alarm, Trouble was it is inside over the sump. I have added another and extended it outside where my neighbor would hear it. Wish I had that gown!
Susann_Gardener
A simple solution would be to store your stuff up off the floor. On shelves, tables, etc.
An alarm only alerts you if you are home, it doesn't stop the water.
Krisi
I recently noticed that my local laundromat has a wash service where they wash and dry your clothes (for a fee).
I used this type of service regularly when I was on a long term (month) out of town work assignment.
Hi, I'm Steffi and I'm a crossdresser... And I accept and celebrate both sides of me. Or, maybe I'm gender fluid.
OMG Susan, I'm so sorry to hear about you little flood. I had an inch of water in my basement a few years ago, and I remember all the cleanup of the things that got wet, and how the water would wick up through a box of clothing. Best of Luck Rach
What a good excuse to go thrift shopping. And buy all new clothes! Newer and better.
Gather up your courage --find a day of the weed (week) when they are not busy--ask the nice lady up front if she minds if you shop dresses. Hint that you need some help. With luck and a big smile--she will likely help you pic out some nice outfits in your size. She will give fashion advice, if you ask for something suitable for a special event. Outfit for...wedding? Work? Symphony concert? Nightclub? And of course, take a careful look at the high heel shoes in your size. Try them on.
Last edited by JenniferR771; 04-01-2023 at 03:03 PM.
I understand the feeling. I have irregular seepage in an old basement, so I try to keep my things up and in waterproof containers. I have to be sure they are mouse proof as well, living in the country. Had one starting a nest near where I stored my shoes.
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susann sorry to hear about your flood. I remember being stationed in S Illinois in the mid 80's. The house we were renting had a basement that flooded and there were lots of things that got ruined.
The Pink Fog will be with you, always!
that sort of sucks, sorry to hear that
That's rough.
Just another man in a dress
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