Basically, the house has no pit or sump pump system, and i wanted to install one in the basement. Also, what companies do this type of work? i live in Chicago. Thanks
2007-08-28 09:19:45 · 3 answers · asked by gemeneye25@prodigy.net 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
DIY, dig a hole a little lower in the lowest part of the basment, the size of a 5 gal bucket, line with cement, let dry for 2 to 3 days, install pump, run hose to outside,
you will save your self about $400.
2007-08-28 09:30:44 · answer #1 · answered by William B 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
this is performed notwithstanding it is going to choose extra suitable than in simple terms sealing it. If there is water on your basement then you've different subject concerns, and feasible beginning up issues. they are going to could dig around the outer beginning up and put in a parameter drain and seal it from the exterior of the partitions. in addition they are going to could placed in a sump pump interior the basement decrease than the floor so it may pump any destiny water out in the previous it floods the basement. you are able to examine with the community construction branch and notice if the domicile is in a flood undeniable, you will possibly have non-cease issues in case you're. i'm hoping this helped.
2016-12-31 07:25:56 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree with number one, but when you run the discharge hose, put a check valve in
2007-08-28 09:46:21 · answer #3 · answered by mustachekat 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋