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EZwheeling

06:20AM | 08/31/05
Member Since: 08/30/05
3 lifetime posts
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basement drain

Tags: Plumbing
When there is a lot of rain, water backs up in my basement through the drain pipe. I have heard that there is a ball-type closure for these drains that will let water flow out but not back in again. I would like to know what it is called, where it can be found, and how to install it. Thank you.

cellarwater

03:04PM | 09/01/05
Member Since: 12/09/03
175 lifetime posts
There is. It's called a floodgaurd. It is a check valve that screws into a floor drain and stops the water if the drain backs up. C.

EZwheeling

11:02AM | 09/02/05
Member Since: 08/30/05
3 lifetime posts
Thanks! Now I know what to ask for, at least. Now, if someone could tell me who carries this product...?

cellarwater

12:17PM | 09/02/05
Member Since: 12/09/03
175 lifetime posts
Hardware stores, home centers or plumbing supply houses. Maybe a google search might help. C.
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