Thank you so much for this video. I am a 63 year old lady who cannot afford others to do home maintenance. This is detailed enough for even me! And my crawl space is tight like this.
Thanks Chuck. I have a mobile home that has had issues with water for over 20 years. I am an experienced DIYer, but it sure is helpful to have access to your vast store of knowledge. One extra degree of difficulty is that temperatures in winter can come close to -40, and there is a foot of more of snow to drain as it melts in the spring. That means I need it to be well drained before frost stops the flow. If it works, after next springs thaw, I will send you the pictures. If it doesn't work, I will not admit that I went through that work for nothing. Keep up the good work!
I am so pumped up after seeing your video. I am ready to install a sump pump under one of my rental properties. You make it look easy. I know I can do it. ha
Where do you pump the water to as some sections you can’t simply pump away from the house making another sodden area. Would plumbing into a spouting down-pipe drain cope with the water?
This may sound stupid, but where should I put the pump and drain? How do I decide where they go? I am new to home improvement, and I have no option but to do this myself. Thanks for any feedback.
Rather than coring the brick wall, I see a vent covered by styrofoam insulation and a crawlspace door opening. Why not try to use one of the existing openings in the wall instead of drilling a new discharge opening?
I’m curious, what is the average you charge for this type of job? I’m starting up my own business and crawl space work will be part of my services. Thanks in advance for any advice you can give
I need this at my house the house part was conpletely rebuilt but the foundation is over 100 years old so water gets in, in certain areas all flows to a low spot in the corner and pools, you can stand under my house so it isnt really feasible to dig out around the outside
how come your dirt is so easy to dig in. I have clay in my crawl space. Took me three days just to dig my sump pit. I am 68 so I guess that is an excuse for being so slow.
something tells me this is hurrican katrina territory so yeah everything is easy dig but just a lil heavy thats probly why i mean wtf is up with the dirt floor crawlspaces or maybe just lower southern states mid. lots of water
Great videos thanks for sharing ! One little nitpicking correction. Please correct me if I'm wrong but your core bit is carbide tipped not diamond. There are diamond core bits but they look different and are not used with the hammer function.
Correct. It’s a carbide bit not diamond. I own diamond core bits and drill. If I was him I’d upgrade. Way cleaner and faster using wet diamond core drill.
thank you master, very useful video. i have two questions: 1. how do you know water not going to penetrate further into the soil ? 2. could channel drain be useful in addressing this potential concern pls ? love your inputs and merry christmas ! bill from australia
Do you slope your underground pipe that goes to your put with the pump. Is that a crucial thing? Or is all you do is just make it level, and the water will go. Sorry, this is new to me. Just acquiring a house soon, and need some tips. Thanks. Your videos are the best. Even for beginners. So many videos are so vague and unclear...not yours.
Great video, Chuck. Had the owners prepped by having an electrical outlet run over near where the sump pump was installed or do you guys do that as well. Just curious. Thanks!
I've watched the video and seen the ending pipes leading outside thought, "Wow, it's time for the rodents to have a home in that crawl space!" Was I wrong for thinking that, please explain?
Syd Mg There’s a check valve in the line to prevent water back flow. A rodent could never open that valve while resting on it. Should it die there, the water pressure would flush it out.
My guys lucky af digging in soft dirt/sand I do this for a living as a foundation repair man and waterproofer. Nothing sucks more then having 3block high crawl space and clay that’s as hard as rock
Anne Weber-Falk I think because the brick provides permanent support whereas the foam insulation would be flimsy. When the pump kicks on there’s a jolt and the line becomes quite heavy when filled with water.
Great video! You have such a strong work ethic and you make what you do look a lot easier than it is! I used a roto hammer like yours to make a big hole in an inner foundation wall this weekend for an air return. It was horrible! It took me 3 hours and I’m still sore! Keep up the good work!
Back into serious mode :) Many crawl space ceilings are very low, like mine which doesn't even have room to kneel, only crawl. So were talking about digging a trench to trap water than pump it out, I have not seriously considered this but it seems to be more high maintenance and expensive to buy, install, maintain and run a sump pump. I don't think I need either but I do need to have some soil grading done as early as possible, when I get heavy rain I see puddles on the corner of the house, inside the crawspace, that area's ground gets wet/damp and it also is the area which had the most mold growth on the joists. The other areas of my crawlspace have a poured concrete patio and a driveway butted up to the crawl space foundation. The concrete patio is not at perfect pitch but I used a level to verify that there is a slight angle downward from the house. The way I look at this is that I might want to ad on a large awning, which I kinda wanted anyway, this would kill 2 birds with one stone, it would direct rain run off much farther away from the ground around the crawl space and offer shade and shelter over the patio.
I hope you charge someone a fortune to do that. That's not easy work and you on your belly in a dark place...my God only an hour...probably an hour for a few sq ft
Problem need to be fix outside Fondation before water get in , fixing in crawl space is not fix its just dealing with. Same if you have valve leak inside house and you just put chanel under to drain water out and not fix or replace valve.
It may seem like that to most people. Especially if they don’t work on crawl spaces. But if you want to solve the water problem under your home, the best way is to work INSIDE . I know it’s hard to believe, but we have 100% success rate! Thanks for your comment
Did you have to drill a small hole a few inches above where the male adapter is located? I didn’t see or hear you mention it. Thanks in advance! Also thank you for sharing this video. Your awesome!
So does the trench cover the entire crawl space form one end of the house to the other? Do I dig it in the middle of the crawl space? Thanks so much! Loved the video and I also subscribed!
Quick question I’ve recently built a new house and we have had nothing but rain since we’ve moved in. Not sure if the water underneath my crawl is due to the ground being so saturated or it’s because of something else. What’s your opinion? They extended my positive drain out into my yard but I’m wondering if I possibly need a sump pump.
David Nalley the rule of thumb for me, is would you prefer digging down to the footer on the exterior or the full interior perimeter at 6-12" in depth. The interior drain guarantees a dry crawl space, I've seen a lot of exterior systems that still leech into the crawl from hydrostatics.
Thanks for letting us the pointers. I'm 67 and faced with dealing with a wet crawl space in Kentucky. Trying to sell the premises with a damn wet crawl space
I feel like im watching the Bob Ross of french drains! I have been needing to install one and have so much knowledge now to tackle it!
Thank you so much for this video. I am a 63 year old lady who cannot afford others to do home maintenance. This is detailed enough for even me! And my crawl space is tight like this.
Thanks Chuck. I have a mobile home that has had issues with water for over 20 years. I am an experienced DIYer, but it sure is helpful to have access to your vast store of knowledge. One extra degree of difficulty is that temperatures in winter can come close to -40, and there is a foot of more of snow to drain as it melts in the spring. That means I need it to be well drained before frost stops the flow. If it works, after next springs thaw, I will send you the pictures. If it doesn't work, I will not admit that I went through that work for nothing. Keep up the good work!
Your a hell of a worker ! Seems like you got it down to a science . Great video
I am so pumped up after seeing your video. I am ready to install a sump pump under one of my rental properties. You make it look easy. I know I can do it. ha
I wish you guys were here in the Chicago area. I would have you do my crawl space. You guys are the best.
I'm in Lombard, IL
Perma Seal needs some competition!
I love you videos, and most of all your ending message.
Thanks for the video! Love your videos and the positivity! Keep it up Chuck!!
I feel like I could listen to this man talk about anything.
Thanks! Be sure to share our videos with your friends! There’s a lot of information. Best regards, Chuck
great work and positive attitude. I hate when I have jobs like these. thanks for the video !
Love the chanel. Thanks again!
You can use scoria (lavarock) instead of gravel, its lighter so easier to move around esp in tight access situations. Also cheaper normally.
Seema to me Scoria rock would cost many times more?
Wow!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! interesting!!! My crawl space always puddling water
Secret keep your smile..👍best advice..
I believe.... and you are awesome. Great job.
Wish me luck! Im gonna attack mine this weekend 😬
Thank you Chuck 🙏 for all those tips and tricks
Thank you for this very helpful video! Much appreciated!!!
Where do you pump the water to as some sections you can’t simply pump away from the house making another sodden area. Would plumbing into a spouting down-pipe drain cope with the water?
This may sound stupid, but where should I put the pump and drain? How do I decide where they go? I am new to home improvement, and I have no option but to do this myself. Thanks for any feedback.
So under the house there's no need to wrap the pipe in the geo-fabric?
12:03 was that magic 😆
Lmao was thinking the exact same thing.
Rather than coring the brick wall, I see a vent covered by styrofoam insulation and a crawlspace door opening. Why not try to use one of the existing openings in the wall instead of drilling a new discharge opening?
Would have probably worked better if the sump pump basin was located in front of the vent instead of two feet beside it.
I’m curious, what is the average you charge for this type of job? I’m starting up my own business and crawl space work will be part of my services. Thanks in advance for any advice you can give
I need this at my house the house part was conpletely rebuilt but the foundation is over 100 years old so water gets in, in certain areas all flows to a low spot in the corner and pools, you can stand under my house so it isnt really feasible to dig out around the outside
What is the typical cost of this for Apple Drains on a 1500 sq ft house? Just a ballpark
Hi Chuck, very helpful and informative. Loved the video... Cheers
You're the best, thanks again for another video, and motivational support lol
Great video.
you are the best!
how come your dirt is so easy to dig in. I have clay in my crawl space. Took me three days just to dig my sump pit. I am 68 so I guess that is an excuse for being so slow.
I will feel your pain soon enough. By the way, does the clay drain well(ok)? Looking to do my crawl space soon.
You are a hard worker. My respects to you.
something tells me this is hurrican katrina territory so yeah everything is easy dig but just a lil heavy thats probly why i mean wtf is up with the dirt floor crawlspaces or maybe just lower southern states mid. lots of water
Great videos thanks for sharing !
One little nitpicking correction. Please correct me if I'm wrong but your core bit is carbide tipped not diamond. There are diamond core bits but they look different and are not used with the hammer function.
Correct. It’s a carbide bit not diamond. I own diamond core bits and drill. If I was him I’d upgrade. Way cleaner and faster using wet diamond core drill.
thank you master, very useful video. i have two questions: 1. how do you know water not going to penetrate further into the soil ? 2. could channel drain be useful in addressing this potential concern pls ? love your inputs and merry christmas ! bill from australia
awesome video! thanks for saving me $!
Excellent: Gonna try this where water penetratating my foundation and running into my cellar
Appreciate ya chuck
The sump pump drain line coming out of the brick looks ghetto. It would be slick if they could keep it underground like the french drain set up.
Thanks for the help. This looks like something I can do. We'll see!
So you only need one footer pipe feeding the sump pit?
I know it varies, but how much does it cost to get this done?
Do you have to put gravel under the bottom of the pipe?
Do you slope your underground pipe that goes to your put with the pump. Is that a crucial thing? Or is all you do is just make it level, and the water will go. Sorry, this is new to me. Just acquiring a house soon, and need some tips. Thanks. Your videos are the best. Even for beginners. So many videos are so vague and unclear...not yours.
Did you ever figure this out? Any tips?
Great video, Chuck. Had the owners prepped by having an electrical outlet run over near where the sump pump was installed or do you guys do that as well. Just curious. Thanks!
Why install this inside the crawl space? Wouldn't it be easier to install on the exterior of the house?
great vid thx
You need pvc primer for pipes that are under pressure 24/7 like inside plumbing.
does the trench pipe need to be sloped to the basin
No. Just not uphill. The footer is level
Why not do it outside I'm confused
How much does it cost for installing the sum pump? Thanks.
What is a reason cost to do that?
I've watched the video and seen the ending pipes leading outside thought, "Wow, it's time for the rodents to have a home in that crawl space!" Was I wrong for thinking that, please explain?
Syd Mg
There’s a check valve in the line to prevent water back flow. A rodent could never open that valve while resting on it. Should it die there, the water pressure would flush it out.
My guys lucky af digging in soft dirt/sand I do this for a living as a foundation repair man and waterproofer. Nothing sucks more then having 3block high crawl space and clay that’s as hard as rock
So ya just drop a pump in the container and plumb a drain pipe to it and I guess gravity pushes water out.
Why wouldn’t you go through the vent instead of drilling into the wall? We are getting ready to do our crawl space sump pump installation.
Anne Weber-Falk
I think because the brick provides permanent support whereas the foam insulation would be flimsy. When the pump kicks on there’s a jolt and the line becomes quite heavy when filled with water.
@@Mote78 Thank you That makes sense.
No suit?
No mask?
no gloves?
Ur not supposed to put those carts in the cart return... Stop being lazy and take them to the front of the store like the sign says
Great video! You have such a strong work ethic and you make what you do look a lot easier than it is! I used a roto hammer like yours to make a big hole in an inner foundation wall this weekend for an air return. It was horrible! It took me 3 hours and I’m still sore! Keep up the good work!
Very impressive. Thanks for sharing this video Chuck , you really know your business.
You're a natural teacher, this was wonderful! Thank you!
I love watching your video that is clear and easy understand. You did great job.
Back into serious mode :) Many crawl space ceilings are very low, like mine which doesn't even have room to kneel, only crawl. So were talking about digging a trench to trap water than pump it out, I have not seriously considered this but it seems to be more high maintenance and expensive to buy, install, maintain and run a sump pump. I don't think I need either but I do need to have some soil grading done as early as possible, when I get heavy rain I see puddles on the corner of the house, inside the crawspace, that area's ground gets wet/damp and it also is the area which had the most mold growth on the joists. The other areas of my crawlspace have a poured concrete patio and a driveway butted up to the crawl space foundation. The concrete patio is not at perfect pitch but I used a level to verify that there is a slight angle downward from the house. The way I look at this is that I might want to ad on a large awning, which I kinda wanted anyway, this would kill 2 birds with one stone, it would direct rain run off much farther away from the ground around the crawl space and offer shade and shelter over the patio.
Love this Guy!!!! KEEP YOUR SMILE! also a Great Life lesson.......
I hope you charge someone a fortune to do that. That's not easy work and you on your belly in a dark place...my God only an hour...probably an hour for a few sq ft
Problem need to be fix outside Fondation before water get in , fixing in crawl space is not fix its just dealing with. Same if you have valve leak inside house and you just put chanel under to drain water out and not fix or replace valve.
It may seem like that to most people. Especially if they don’t work on crawl spaces. But if you want to solve the water problem under your home, the best way is to work INSIDE . I know it’s hard to believe, but we have 100% success rate! Thanks for your comment
Did you have to drill a small hole a few inches above where the male adapter is located? I didn’t see or hear you mention it. Thanks in advance! Also thank you for sharing this video. Your awesome!
Chuck how much do cost to have this work done?
👍👍👍😇
So does the trench cover the entire crawl space form one end of the house to the other? Do I dig it in the middle of the crawl space? Thanks so much! Loved the video and I also subscribed!
Quick question I’ve recently built a new house and we have had nothing but rain since we’ve moved in. Not sure if the water underneath my crawl is due to the ground being so saturated or it’s because of something else. What’s your opinion? They extended my positive drain out into my yard but I’m wondering if I possibly need a sump pump.
I hope you got that problem fixed.
What are the determining factors in deciding to put a footer tile in the crawl space or outside around the footer?
David Nalley the rule of thumb for me, is would you prefer digging down to the footer on the exterior or the full interior perimeter at 6-12" in depth. The interior drain guarantees a dry crawl space, I've seen a lot of exterior systems that still leech into the crawl from hydrostatics.
BEST WAY WOULD BE TO DIRECT IT AWAY FROM THE CRAWL SPACE ALTOGETHER
REALLY??... DIGGING INSIDE..AS OPPOSED TO OUTSIDE??
So why would you do this inside ? Instead of subdrain on the out side of the house ?
Your awesome keep it up
60 gal s where buy subpump at
You sir are an American hero
Thanks for letting us the pointers. I'm 67 and faced with dealing with a wet crawl space in Kentucky. Trying to sell the premises with a damn wet crawl space