05-21-2013, 09:22 AM
(05-21-2013, 09:20 AM)F.U. Dont ask again Wrote:(05-21-2013, 09:14 AM)Midwest Spy Wrote:(05-21-2013, 09:09 AM)aussiefriend Wrote: I don't get it.
From what I understand, it's because the ground is comprised mainly of clay, and would simply allow water to seep into your basement. Thus, no basements.
Some of our older homes up here also have a seeping issue. We just install a sub pump and call it a day.
The friend that did have that storm shelter did have a water issue with it. He just used a litle giant portable sub pump and pumped the water once a month so it would dry. I think the seeping problem is a poor excuse ,when it comes to saftey during a event like this.
I've got a sump as well, and it's actually been working overtime for the last 3-4 days. Nearly 4 inches have fallen here since Friday.
That being said, it's got to be more than just a 'little seepage' being the problem there. I think if it were feasible to have basements, they would.