Verify Drainage Functionality to Sump Pit
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It’s all nice and pretty so long as you’re not encouraging water towards the back door!
What happens here
After preparing the connection points, it's crucial to verify that the existing drainage system functions as intended and that the new connections will effectively channel water. The video shows checking elevations and then 'shoving a hose in there' to observe if the water drains properly into the sump pit located in the basement. This test confirms that the runoff will indeed reach the sump pit and can be pumped away, preventing any accumulation in the excavated area. Ensure there are no blockages or leaks in the existing perimeter drain or the new connection points.
Goal: Confirm that all drainage lines effectively carry water to the sump pit.
Tools and materials
- Garden Hose — Introducing water into the drainage system for testing
- Level — Re-checking elevations and slopes before testing
- Water N/A — Testing the drainage system