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Is backwater valve functioning properly: Yes <br /> Is there currently a clean out on the side sewer: Yes outside and inside <br /> How many at risk plumbing fixtures below the road surface are there: 0 <br /> How many down spouts are currently connected to the sewer: 1 in the backyard <br /> Does side sewer have slope: 1% pretty flat near back water valve but acceptable <br /> Depth of side sewer 10ft from house: 6' <br /> Sewer Report: <br /> Material: PVC <br /> Sewer Length: 64' <br /> Condition: Good a little flat near backwater valve <br /> Explain: Holding a little water near valve (not very much) <br /> Any additional comments: <br /> • See below <br /> Problems Identified <br /> 1) Land around foundation is back graded toward foundation <br /> Solution: Bring in soil and slope away from home to stop possible water leaks through <br /> foundation. <br /> As-Built of Sewer and Plumbing <br /> See attached drawing. <br /> Comments <br /> • All down spouts that are connected to the side sewer could be disconnected and <br /> routed to splash blocks so that less flow is in the side sewer causing potential <br /> surcharge events. Where downspouts are routed to splash blocks the ground <br /> surface should be sloped away from the house. <br /> • Installing a grinder pump would provide increased protection from sewer backups <br /> beyond the protection a backwater valve can provide. <br />