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May 13, 2011 <br /> Jocelyn &Justin Sievers-Bailey <br /> 732 Wetmore Avenue <br /> Everett, Washington 98201 <br /> Re: Plumbing Investigation at 732 Wetmore Avenue for Backwater Valve Program <br /> Dear Jocelyn &Justin Sievers-Bailey: <br /> The City of Everett's contractor, Seattle Drain Services, inspected the plumbing and <br /> drainage at your property on December 20th 2010, to determine if a backwater valve is <br /> appropriate for your residence. Enclosed is a summary of their findings. <br /> The report recommends the installation of a backwater valve on the private side sewer <br /> that connects your home to the City's sewer main to reduce the risk of basement flooding <br /> from sewer surcharge events. Please review the report and contact us with any questions. <br /> The report also identified some additional deficiencies in your plumbing, sewers, and <br /> drainage system. This includes: <br /> • The downspouts that are not connected to the sewer are not discharging storm <br /> water far enough away from the houses foundation (problem identified #2). <br /> • The surface area around the house is not adequately sloped away from the house. <br /> Also, the home's foundation drains are not functioning properly (problem identified <br /> #3). <br /> The next step is for you to confirm that you want to proceed with the program. To do <br /> that, please call Grant Moen at (425) 257-8947, preferably prior to June 1, 2011, and <br /> confirm your desire to have the City coordinate and fund the installation of a backwater <br /> valve on your side sewer. After receiving your authorization, we will hire a contractor to <br /> install the backwater valve in accordance with the installation and maintenance <br /> agreement documents you previously signed. <br /> If you choose to proceed, the contractor will contact you to schedule the installation. <br /> However, this is still a few weeks away. At the conclusion of the work, the excavation will <br /> be refilled and hardened surfaces (driveways and/or sidewalks) will be restored. You will <br /> also be provided on-site training on the operation and maintenance of the valve. <br /> Restoration of grass, plants and landscaping are your responsibility. <br />