This isn't a traditional plumbing issue but since this forum is full of good problem solvers I wanted to utilize everyone's brainstorming on this...
For years I couldn't figure out what was causing periodic flooding in my basement after heavy rains. I had a crack in the patio filled, but that didn't seem to make a difference.
Then, I recently set up an automatic watering system and included a line into the base of my fig tree (see attached pic). I noticed the basement carpet would get damp, and figured this must be the source (if not at least one of the sources).
I'd like to get some ideas on how to plug up the base of the tree in a manner that'll stop rain water (but allow the tree continued long term growth) before the next rainy season here in Northern California. As you can see, there is a circle of brick around the base. My only idea thus far has been to trim the little branches popping up, then put black plastic between the bricks and the tree, then cover it with rocks. But I'm open to more effective solutions.
For years I couldn't figure out what was causing periodic flooding in my basement after heavy rains. I had a crack in the patio filled, but that didn't seem to make a difference.
Then, I recently set up an automatic watering system and included a line into the base of my fig tree (see attached pic). I noticed the basement carpet would get damp, and figured this must be the source (if not at least one of the sources).
I'd like to get some ideas on how to plug up the base of the tree in a manner that'll stop rain water (but allow the tree continued long term growth) before the next rainy season here in Northern California. As you can see, there is a circle of brick around the base. My only idea thus far has been to trim the little branches popping up, then put black plastic between the bricks and the tree, then cover it with rocks. But I'm open to more effective solutions.
