Can a lateral drain run under a house?

A lateral drain might run under your property if you share a sewer with your neighbour. A sewer collects water and waste from the drains of a number of buildings.

Why is there a noise coming from my drain?

Reader Questions & Answers about Plumbing Drain Sounds posted either at the end of this article or at the topic home PLUMBING DRAIN NOISE DIAGNOSIS – be sure to review the drain noise causes and cures given there. Thanks for your response Dan. Loss of water in a trap usually means that the vent is inadequate or perhaps clogged.

Who is responsible for drains outside of property boundaries?

Generally speaking, you’re usually responsible for drains inside the boundaries of your property, while the sewerage company is responsible for lateral drains, which are usually outside of property boundaries, and sewers.

Do you have to pay for work on private drains?

You will have to pay to get work done to your private drains, but you are free to choose whichever company you want to do the work. Alternatively, you may take out insurance to pay for work on private drains. Sometimes, you might be required to have insurance for the drain to your property.

Why does my new house have drainage problems?

A lot of new homes often develop drainage problems because builders don’t install downspouts so rain water tends to stay in one area and is not diverted away from the house. At the same time, downspouts which divert water towards the house instead of away from it are also to blame.

What happens when you buy a house with problems?

You’re paying a significant amount of money to own a home that you love, but if the heater stops working on move-in day or the basement floods after a heavy rainstorm, of course it’s going to be upsetting! It’s like buying a used car that turns out to be a lemon.

How long does it take for French drain to drain?

Keep in mind that French drains can often get clogged up after three to five years and may need to be redone. Another major trouble area, according to Brooks, is “the space between the front sidewalk and the house. Usually the sidewalk will parallel the face of the house and there’s an island in there.

What should I do if I have a drainage problem in my yard?

In particularly heavy storm events, the debris washed away from by excess water will be captured in a catch basin (pictured). One popular solution to a drainage problem is to route rain water to a low point in your yard where it can flow away from the house naturally over rocks in a dry creek bed.