How do you keep a continuous foam insulation/vapor barrier when you have drains and stacks right against or maybe an inch from the concrete walls? Is it okay to use 2″ foam everywhere and just slip a 1″ piece the width of the pipe tightly behind the pipe and tape it to the 2″ ...
Whether it comes up through floor drains or backs up into sinks, you smell it first. The stench of sewage in the basement is unmistakable. Once you figure out the cause and address repairs, you’re still facing an unhealthy mess. Do you know how to clean sewage backup in the basement?
There are many types of exterior French drains or drain tile systems. The type used in basement waterproofing is a footing drain. Exterior Excavation Waterproofing The cost of exterior excavation for waterproofing averages $100 to $200 per linear foot. Excavation must occur before most types of ...
Drains should be at about 2-3 feet deep. Deeper soil is more compact and will better funnel water to your perforated pipe. Whatever depth you choose, remember to account for the downward slope. Also, place your drain about 6 feet away from the foundation, else it will pull water toward ...
This was dug below the footing elevation and drain tiles installed just like the basement footing should have. Problem with this is, you have to have somewhere to run the drains. Chances are in your situation, you have nowhere to run them (otherwise, you probably wouldn't have this problem...
seed that area with grass seed to hold the earth in place and to allow it to slowly run off. She did what I had said, and miraculously the problem was gone. She didn't need a several thousand dollar custom drain system tied into her sump anymore and her brother stopped pressuring her...
Whether it comes up through floor drains or backs up into sinks, you smell it first. The stench of sewage in the basement is unmistakable. Once you figure out the cause and address repairs, you’re still facing an unhealthy mess. Do you know how to clean sewage backup in the basement?