AN UNEXPECTED FLOOD

Rain or shine, water popping up through a basement floor drain is a sign that there’s a blockage somewhere along the line, usually from clogs or tree roots—issues common in old-house landscapes. In the case of Glencairn, the line from the front window wells takes a deep dive into and under the basement, turns 90 degrees, then passes out to the lawn to cast-iron and terra-cotta pipes that slope away toward a ravine.…

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Old House Journal (Digital) - 1 Issue, September/October 2024

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