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Keeping a Basement Dry

Waterproofing the foundation walls is only the first step; you also need a system of drains around the foundation that silt won't render useless

Rigid-foam membranes, properly installed footing drains, sump pumps and drainage flashing all contribute to keeping unwanted water out of the basement. The author explains how each of these products should be used.

From Fine Homebuilding140 , pp. 64-69 July 1, 2001