Submitted by Full-Cat5118 t3_1219of7 in DIY
NotWorthTheTimeX t1_jdl7ee3 wrote
Do you have a sump pump? Sounds like there’s probably a floor drain under the middle of the room. They can backup with heavy rains. They are often plumbed into the sump pump basin.
Full-Cat5118 OP t1_jdmysbw wrote
Update: guessing this window well I opened up is the problem picture
NotWorthTheTimeX t1_jdn06s0 wrote
Wow!! I’ve never seen a window well pond before but that’s impressive.
Full-Cat5118 OP t1_jdmqv7n wrote
I think this likely true. There is one drain that is visible elsewhere in the basement, and I found a very small amount of dampness near it. I will just have to look harder for the sump pump. My guess is that this drain is likely closer to the sump pump and thus overflowing more. Does that make sense? Trying to decide where to start pulling up floor to keep it to the smallest amount possible.
NotWorthTheTimeX t1_jdmroeb wrote
Pulling up floor to look for the sump pump? If so, no need and just look for the discharge pipe. I’d be very surprised if they put flooring over a sump pump pit.
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