On Thu, 16 Feb 2006 16:26:14 GMT, Bruce L. Bergman
wrote:

If they knew this was a potential problem and did extensive
waterproofing of the hole before they built the house, and you disturb
it, you've just unleashed an artesian spring in the guy's basement...

What luck !!
You've seen the prices they get for bottled water .... when
city water is better for you ...
--
Cliff