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    Buried PVC in Chicago

    I live in Chicago. I am replacing an existing Backwater valve in my basement and have discovered that under the floor, there is a length of PVC (about 8 feet) connecting my drains to the backwater valve. The backwater valve then connects directly to a clay pipe leading out of the house. From...
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    Backwater Valve and Floor Drain

    I live in Chicago and am having a backwater valve replaced that hasn't been maintained for 20+ years. It is inside my basement and the flapper is locked in the open position. My area has major problems with sewer backup during heavy rains. I have two questions. 1) Is there any appreciable...
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