Hello!
During my drainage work, I can only note that my drainage pipe will not be able to be placed at the ideal level, i.e., below the underside of the sole - unfortunately! I can't do anything about the bedrock, which means that, for a small stretch, it will be: top of the drainage pipe = top of the sole. And on a 4-meter stretch, the pipe will be alongside the side of the sole. Is it still possible to keep it dry on the inside and use the basement space with socks on?
If anyone has experience with a similar situation and can share how it turned out, I would be very grateful. Best regards/GunSjo
During my drainage work, I can only note that my drainage pipe will not be able to be placed at the ideal level, i.e., below the underside of the sole - unfortunately! I can't do anything about the bedrock, which means that, for a small stretch, it will be: top of the drainage pipe = top of the sole. And on a 4-meter stretch, the pipe will be alongside the side of the sole. Is it still possible to keep it dry on the inside and use the basement space with socks on?
If anyone has experience with a similar situation and can share how it turned out, I would be very grateful. Best regards/GunSjo
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I have used expanding mortar and removed some stone. It works beyond expectations. However, I am a bit afraid to use it near the house wall. We live in a residential area where several of my neighbors have had similar problems. One neighbor used expanding mortar too close to the house, which resulted in the patio door not being able to open afterwards, i.e., the house settled as the rock cracked under the foundation. However, I have drilled additional holes that I will load. Trying to be careful and not rush. /GunSjo
It is not necessary to "blast" right next to the house. Go out a bit so you feel safe. If you want to be able to walk in just your socks, the chance increases if you get the drainage under the sole.
Imagine standing with your dancing shoes in a puddle where the water covers half the sole. I can assume that sooner or later your feet will get damp. The sole, however, cannot step aside when it gets wet.
Imagine standing with your dancing shoes in a puddle where the water covers half the sole. I can assume that sooner or later your feet will get damp. The sole, however, cannot step aside when it gets wet.