Pains me to read this since I know that this is 100% the solution for my basement problem, but due to my site context, it's impossible for me to adopt this solution. My ancient house sits pretty much directly on the lot line next to the paved lane. The house is slightly below the grade of the lane and some runoff is bound to just go directly into the house. Of course I have basement water problems!
The true solution of doing what you've said is not possible unless I managed to convince the city to regrade their lane. Unlikely!
The true solution of doing what you've said is not possible unless I managed to convince the city to regrade their lane. Unlikely!