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the channel is open, holes are drilled in the bottom course
of hollow blocks of all accessible foundation walls adjacent
to the system to drain out any water that may be
entrapped in the blocks. Amount and location of holes will
be drilledin the most appropiate manner, as viewed by the
forman. (Note: This procedure is eliminated on poured concrete,
solid block and stone foundations. The holes will be injected
with disinfectant neutralizer to combat bacteria.)
A Polyethylene
based felt fabric is laid in the trench, preceded by a four
inch (4") perforated pipe and covered by 3/4" Trap
Rock. This pipe meets the requirements for drainage pipe as
required by the State Code and the requirements of ASTM-F405-74.
The floor
is then re-cemented with nylon fiber reinforced concrete then
steel troweled smooth to the level of the existing cement.
Thickness of the new cement will be determined by the depth
of the footing to allow for proper drainage. A full or partial
3/4" gap or mirror drain will be left between the new
cement and the foundation wall. This is known as a "floating
floor" and is now required by many towns on all new construction.
(Note: Gap is usually wider on stone foundations.)
The under-floor
piping system usually leads to a sump pump which is installed
in PE crock with a PE cover. Crock and pump are below floor
level and the only exposed portion will be the 11/4"
discharged line. Location of pump and discharge line will
be at the discretion of the foreman with customer's wishes
considered.
Note:
It is also the responsibility of the customer to provide a
grounded electrical outlet for the pump.
A demustification
spray shall be used upon completion of job to improve air
quality.
Premises
will be left "broom clean" but customer should cover
all items of value that might be soiled or damaged. Thank
You For Your Confidence In Our Company.
American
Basement Company, Inc. recommends the use of a dehumidifier
or proper ventilation to reduce the effects of condensation.
During
the curing process there will be evidence of sweating on top
of the freshly poured concrete in various areas. DO NOT BE
ALARMED if during the first 90 days following the completion
of the work on your basement, leaking appears to continue.
The system needs at least 90 days to set up and cure. Please
be patient during this period, especially if heavy rains fall.
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