Weeping tile / Discussions

Is it not structurally dangerous to smash a concrete floor for a drain?

...weeping tile drain along the interior of basement walls to prevent flood damage? That is a suggestion we make for cases where there is a history of or risk of flooding and no exterior drain or water protection. As for the structure, we cannot speak to that or advise you on issues that should be determined by an enginee...

Posted by T B March 2, 2021 Waterproofing and drainage 2 responses

Where do you install a weeping tile with a high water table?

...weeping tile? I obviously cannot have it that far below my basement slab or I won’t be able to access the sump pump/pit. Thoughts? Should I suspend the weeping tile outside the wall just below the basement slab? Thanks I would follow whatever advice you get from the engineer for determining the exact location of the we...

Posted by Alex Kesheshian June 11, 2020 Foundations and Basements 3 responses

Should I install basement drain tile vents?

...tiles. He claims this prevents mold from forming behind finished walls.  Does this work or is it only a path for Radon and ground vapors into the basement? I don't fully understand the vent /drain proposal, what exactly is the contractor is proposing - do you mean there is to be a drain in the floor and they are propos...

Posted by gary taube Dec. 11, 2019 Foundation and basement improvements 3 responses