What Is a Basement Floor Drain?
A basement drain is installed in a concrete floor, usually when the home was originally built, but sometimes retroactively. The drain moves water from one section of the basement to the outside of the house.
The drain is usually in a utility area where the water heater, furnace, or laundry room are located or in any area where moisture is prevalent.
The floor is sloped so that water will move toward the drain. The floor can remain as concrete or the concrete can be tiled over. In most cases, the floor is hardscaped with a waterproof or water-resistant material capable of drying out rapidly. Whatever the floor covering, the floor still must maintain the same slope.
