I appreciate the work put into the video. I like the conclusion by exclusion on how that water was entering the basement. Not always easy to identify the issue. Fine job as always.
Your work is phenomenal!!! You did an incredible job removing that asphalt pipe.I can’t believe people made pipes out of asphalt. That’s weird. Those roots were also a huge challenge You did very well installing the new PVC pipe!!
One of the most important things when installing drainage pipe is making sure there is a constant slope the entire length of the pipe. Even if the water runs out the end, it doesn't mean it has a constant slope. You may still have water trapped int he pip if there is a low spot in the middle and this can be a breeding ground for mosquitoes, mold and attract all kinds of critters. It's best to use a string line while digging the trench to check your angle and "flatness" and make sure you don't dig too deep. You want to leave the base of the trench as undisturbed as possible to prevent settling later on, because any low spot that you fill in will potentially become a place that can hold water.
That's a tough one. Asphalt is not as hard as concrete, so I would be afraid to drive anything under it for fear that it may compromise the asphalt. I guess worst-case scenario you could just cut through the driveway, install the pipe and then repair the section you removed. But if this is for the driveway at your home, it may not look as good. Here's a video of one technique to consider: czcams.com/video/SaE1ikmJJrg/video.html Good Luck!
I appreciate the work put into the video. I like the conclusion by exclusion on how that water was entering the basement. Not always easy to identify the issue. Fine job as always.
Thank you!
Your work is phenomenal!!! You did an incredible job removing that asphalt pipe.I can’t believe people made pipes out of asphalt. That’s weird. Those roots were also a huge challenge You did very well installing the new PVC pipe!!
Thank you.
One of the most important things when installing drainage pipe is making sure there is a constant slope the entire length of the pipe. Even if the water runs out the end, it doesn't mean it has a constant slope. You may still have water trapped int he pip if there is a low spot in the middle and this can be a breeding ground for mosquitoes, mold and attract all kinds of critters. It's best to use a string line while digging the trench to check your angle and "flatness" and make sure you don't dig too deep. You want to leave the base of the trench as undisturbed as possible to prevent settling later on, because any low spot that you fill in will potentially become a place that can hold water.
Hi! How do you install pipe under asphalt drive when there is not already a pipe in place? Auger?
That's a tough one. Asphalt is not as hard as concrete, so I would be afraid to drive anything under it for fear that it may compromise the asphalt. I guess worst-case scenario you could just cut through the driveway, install the pipe and then repair the section you removed. But if this is for the driveway at your home, it may not look as good. Here's a video of one technique to consider: czcams.com/video/SaE1ikmJJrg/video.html Good Luck!