Hello, I am new to the forum and looking for any help with my current issue.
For about a year only during significant rain fall, ive noticed a little water seepage at the cove joint (the gap between the wall and floor) in one area of my basement. I have an interior perimeter drain that connects to the sump pump. The system has been in place for 25 years and there hasn't been any issues until the last year. The sump pump itself works great. Near the area where I am getting water, is a small drain that is connected to the perimeter drain. When I look into it, I can see mud and water that looks to be coming from the perimter piping and ending up here. So I assume that the mud is probably in at least that portion of the drain tubing/tile.

My questions are: Is it safe to say that the perimeter drainage system is clogged in this area and that's casuing the water at the cove joint? I can get the drain grate cover off and clean out the mud, and probably spray a hose in there to clean anything out, or get someone to jet it.. should I? if I do spray it, should I start at the pipe in the sump pump or start at the drain near the problem area? The last question, is there a bigger issue that needs to be addressed because there is mud in there?

any help appreciated!

 

Welcome!

I would try feeding the hose down the drain as opposed to up it. Just be very careful not to get the hose stuck in it. But if it becomes clear that you are just succeeding in getting water all over the floor, try feeding it up, starting at the sump pump. Don't know how many feet you are talking about or if it is fully blocked or partially blocked.

If your foundation is made of concrete blocks it is also possible that they are taking on water somewhere.

 

Thank you for the reply!
The concrete is a poured foundation. I will definitely try what you recommend. Should I be concerned that there is mud in there though? I was told that the floor should be ripped apart and all the mud cleaned out and have everything reinstalled with new gravel and concrete.

 

Well you could always do that someday. I would just clear the pipe if possible for now.

 

I appreciate you taking the time to respond to my post. You seem to know what you're talking about. Is my problem more common than not? I would assume that if I start spraying down the drain that is near the problem area, that eventually the water should find its way into the sump basin about 30 feet away?

 

Depends how bad it is clogged. You should know within a few seconds of shoving the hose in. If you aren't getting water in the sump from the hose and you aren't making progress, discontinue and try it up the other end. Keep in mind that you will need to clean the sludge out of the sump as you go.

I would not say this is normal, no. But getting it cleaned should be a priority then you will be able to keep an eye on it and see how long it takes to silt in again. I am not the professional in this forum but if you are patient and wait, others might chime in, given enough time.