Most homes with basements have a sump pump. Most sump pumps dump their water directly onto the lawn. However, I want to place a patio in that space, and I want to keep that area dry. In addition, standing water on a patio during a Chicago winter is a recipe for disaster.
The solution is simple, especially when you have your own Bobcat. See the photos below for details as well as a bonus fact.
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