French drains...Need some advice...

[tattoobob]

If there is a storm drain in front of your house you can pipe the sump pump and gutters right into that, along with changing the slope around your foundation it could take care of your problem.

[spence]

Originally Posted by tattoobob

If there is a storm drain in front of your house you can pipe the sump pump and gutters right into that, along with changing the slope around your foundation it could take care of your problem.

That's illegal in my town actually, I'd check your local regs first.

-spence

[Ribeye]

Originally Posted by spence

That's illegal in my town actually, I'd check your local regs first.

-spence

Spence,are you sure? I've worked on several in your area, unless they are grandfathered. Tatoo Bob's way will require the least amount of maintenance and is what I would do if possible.

[Swimmer]

Originally Posted by spence

That's illegal in my town actually, I'd check your local regs first.

-spence

Spence is right. Absolutely illegal to pipe water into town drain unless permission in some form is given. Most towns do not allow it under any circumstances. Because the next thing you know gray water starts flowing into it as the septic system gets older and can't handle the washing machine water. NOT THAT YOU WOULD DO IT AND I MEAN THAT, BUT YOU'D BE AMAZED AT HOW MANY PEOPLE DO.

If your town is easy on it go for it. It is a great way to do exactly what your trying to do.

[OLD GOAT]

sand or stone dust against the plastic to prevent holes in the plastic. after a thin layer use what you want.

[Ribeye]

Originally Posted by Swimmer

Spence is right. Absolutely illegal to pipe water into town drain unless permission in some form is given. Most towns do not allow it under any circumstances. Because the next thing you know gray water starts flowing into it as the septic system gets older and can't handle the washing machine water. NOT THAT YOU WOULD DO IT AND I MEAN THAT, BUT YOU'D BE AMAZED AT HOW MANY PEOPLE DO.

If your town is easy on it go for it. It is a great way to do exactly what your trying to do.

Carry on.