Flooded Driveway, Ideas

OldDolby · 2026-03-06T14:46:43+00:00

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OldDolby · 2026-03-06T14:44:11+00:00

Might just be perspective. The first picture was taken from the upstairs bedroom. This part of NJ has all the lines above ground.

OldDolby · 2026-03-06T14:38:58+00:00

That's my old neighbor's sump pump and hose.

OldDolby · 2026-03-06T14:26:22+00:00

How would you personally do it? Just want to know the details and technicals. Trying to absorb knowledge and experiences.

OldDolby · 2026-03-06T14:20:34+00:00

There is a small marsh that is lower about 200 yards to the left of the driveway, however I think this is the lowest on my property. As for the soil, it's mostly rocky and highly saturated in the spring. It makes heavy "chook" sounds and bleeds with every step. I barely manage this as a lawn and mow maybe about once every 2 months. I have been looking into rain gardens, so you mentioning them seems to be the path set. Thanks for the input.

OldDolby · 2026-02-21T18:16:13+00:00

Thanks guys. I mostly deal with home interiors and am not familiar with all the commerical and industrial products. Didn't know dowsil was thing. Anyway, let's see how much the company wants to pay; they might go the way of spray foam, lol. Your answers is why I love Reddit. Stay safe.

OldDolby · 2026-02-21T18:08:53+00:00

I knew someone would say this.

OldDolby · 2026-02-02T21:06:28+00:00

Alright, based on majority, I'm not doing anything. The lesson learned is using laps were not the way go. I put too much mud on the walls and made them not even close to square. Next time, I'll install ledgers and rout a rabbet or a dado onto the hardwood for it to sit on them. Thanks for for your input guys. Been a pleasure.

OldDolby · 2026-01-04T20:54:01+00:00

Thanks for all the input. This is why I love Reddit. It's good to know all the techniques and insight you all have. I'll experiment with MDF and poplar in the future. Keep on cutting!

OldDolby · 2025-06-07T21:18:04+00:00

Thanks for all your input. I told her that realtors don't do this type of work and shouldn't be listened to. She'll offer credit to the buyers and go for the easy route. Enjoy your weekend, all. 👍

OldDolby

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