On Mon, 07 Aug 2006 19:11:35 GMT, "Joseph Meehan"
wrotF:

wrote:
Getting the grading right is always the first priority. Assuming you
can do that, it's where I would start. Make sure grading slopes
away from the house and all water from the downspouts is discharged
at least 6 ft away, 10 is better.

I understand the importance of grading, but the strategic question I
have is if I am going to tear up the land around the house, whether I
should possibly fix the pipes and the sump pump drains or whether I
should just grade the land and hope that it takes care of the
problems.

Thanks,


JD

97% of the time grading IS the one and only problem.


Should he use just ANY old dirt? Or is there a certain kind - maybe
clay - that will do a more effective job?