Can a lead service line be used in a basement?

One important thing to note: Even if you don’t have a lead service line in the basement, that doesn’t mean your line is lead free. It is possible there could’ve been a partial line replacement, which means part of the line under your yard could still be lead—even if some of it is copper or steel.

What causes a sewer line to back up in the basement?

Backed up sewer line in basement problems are much more complicated to diagnose than one may think. First of all, the point of the back up frequently is not related to the point of the clog or pipe defect. Water under pressure, such as from a sewer back up, seeks the easiest and lowest point to escape.

What causes water to leak from the bottom of the basement?

When you have water leaking into your basement between where the bottom of the wall and the floor meet, this is caused by what is called hydrostatic pressure. Hydrostatic pressure is the pressure that standing water creates.

What to do if you have lead pipes in your home?

The more the water runs, the less time it has to come into contact with any lead in your plumbing. To flush water from a faucet that might have lead, let the water run for 30 seconds or so. If you suspect you have lead solder or a lead service line, flush it until it becomes colder. Here’s what the Great Lakes Water Authority recommends:

What do you need to know about basement drains?

1 Exterior Drain Tile Installed around the outside perimeter of a foundation, exterior drain tile is a highly effective way of collecting groundwater and draining it away before it can 2 Interior French Drains Interior French drains are often installed when existing homes start to have basement water problems. 3 Floor Drains

What causes a water leak in the basement?

Examples are broken seals, clogging in the pipes which may lead to bursting, corrosion, damaged pipe joints, excessive water pressure which may cause strain on the pipes, loose water connectors, and extreme weather changes such as freezing which may cause pipe bursts. These may be the ones wreaking havoc in this area of your home.