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  2. Basement waterproofing - Wikipedia

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    The drainage system collects any water entering the basement and drains it to an internally placed sump pump system, which will then pump the water out of the basement. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) recommends basement waterproofing with a water alarm and "battery-operated backup pump" as a preventive measure against the high ...

  3. Trap primer - Wikipedia

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    A trap primer (or trap seal primer) is a plumbing device or valve that adds water to traps.The water seals in traps are needed to prevent sewer gases from entering buildings, but because this water is exposed to the air, it is subject to evaporation over time in infrequently used floor drains, leading to the release of sewer gas into the environment.

  4. 15 Things That Will Always Fail a Home Inspection (and ... - AOL

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    In addition, surface grading issues can lead to basement leaks, causing mildew and mold. Ideally, your lawn should have a 3% slope away from your home. If not, your inspector will disclose it.

  5. Water damage - Wikipedia

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    An insurance policy may or may not cover the costs associated with water damage and the process of water damage restoration. While a common cause of residential water damage is often the failure of a sump pump, many homeowner's insurance policies do not cover the associated costs without an addendum which adds to the monthly premium of the policy.

  6. Raw Sewage in Your Apartment: Repairs Your Landlord Can't Ignore

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    Code enforcement officers cited the property owner three times in 2011, and have issued a brand new batch of citations for the sewage and other building safety issues. Show comments Advertisement

  7. Sewer gas - Wikipedia

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    The result is the most common means of sewer gas entering buildings and can be solved easily by using the fixtures regularly or adding water to their drains. One of the most common traps to dry out are floor drains such as those typically placed near home furnaces, water heaters and rooms with underfloor heating. Infrequently used utility sinks ...

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