To fix the problem they installed a french drain to control the water flow. Now they are able to continue digging the utility trench as planned. We have water lines, gas conduit, electrical conduit, and telephone cable ready to go in the trench. Now I just need to figure out how to get Comcast to deliver their cable while we have the trench ready.
Quarry spalls topped with filter fabric create a french drain to control our new found spring water.
Driveway is cored (topsoil removed for stabilization)
Driveway is cored (topsoil removed for stabilization)I also found out that due to the fact that we will have fire sprinklers, we actually need two water lines running to the house. The reason behind this is because the water district wants a way to shut off your water if you don't pay the bill. They can't legally do that if it disables the fire suppression system. Thank god our existing water meter is large enough to supply two lines, otherwise it would be an additional $3000 to add another meter.
2 comments:
Question in hindsight... couldn't you put in a well and forgo city water? Or would that mean you'd have to put in a septic tank as well?
Very cool by the way.
Heather's friend Erika's husband Rick
I believe we are required to use city sewer and water if they are available. We will be hooked to the city water supply, but will rely on a septic system for sewage and waste water.
-Heather
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