08-27-2007, 07:41 PM
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Join Date: Aug 2007
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Make sure the sump pumps are covered
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Originally Posted by azaleaeight
The basement in question is dry all year, but when a lot of snow melts suddenly in Spring the pumps run.
In general, the pumps take care of the water. Sometimes, though, the water gets the better of the pumps and a "thin layer" of water may cover a quarter of the basement.
Has anyone successfully built a room in a basement that's that "level" of wet, and do you have any tips (or information you've learned the hard way)?
I'm mostly interested in how you handled the flooring, although I'd also be interested in any particular suggestions about other materials used.
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If you're going to turn your basement into a room one thing you should do is make sure the sump pumps are covered. Sump pumps aren't always sold with covers, so many people don't realize how important they really are. A cover will keep pets, or even mice, out. Covers will also keep any dirt, dust, or other debris out. That helps keep the pump running longer and better.
Since pumps are run usually on house current (sometimes generators) the safest thing is to cover them to prevent possible electrocution hazard.
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