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A high water table is a more serious problem. A basement will never be completely dry if the water table
extends above the basement floor. Heavy foundation waterproofing or footing drains may help, but
they’re unlikely to do more than minimize the problem.

Foundation and Slab Pre-Construction Checklist

[ ] Is the site accessible to wheeled equipment?
[ ] Is the site accessible to a concrete truck?
[ ] Will you need to re-route plumbing, electrical, gas or communication lines?
[ ] Will you need to remove and replace lawn sprinklers?
[ ] Will you need to cut back or remove bushes or trees?
[ ] Will you have to remove and re-install a fence or gate?
[ ] Does a septic tank or drain field extend into the site of construction?
[ ] Can excess soil be spread on the premises?
[ ] Will dirt need to be imported or exported for site balance?
[ ] Will heavy equipment damage the roots of trees?
[ ] Is a permit needed to move heavy equipment across city sidewalks?
[ ] Do city sidewalks have to be planked?
[ ] Will swales or culverts pose problems for equipment?
[ ] Will a septic system, catch basins or wells have to be relocated?
[ ] What barricades and warning lights will be needed?