Abstract: A flood control system for use in a structure having a basement floor below ground level is provided. The flood control system comprises a sump, a main pump positioned in the sump, and a secondary pump positioned in the sum. The secondary pump is raised relative to the main pump to a predetermined elevation. The main pump is energized when a height of water within the sump is at a first level. The secondary pump is energized when a height of water within the sump reaches a second, higher level and is de-energized when a height of water within the sump drops to a third level. A cover is releasably mounted to the sump. The cover includes a first section for covering the main pump and a separate second section for covering the secondary pump. At least one of the first and second sections is hingedly mounted to the sump. A controller is operatively connected to the main pump and the secondary pump.

Abstract: A selectively attachable dust suppressing misting device for use with percussive tools, such as air hammers or jack hammers, includes a frame having a first tube section connected to a fluid source. The misting device includes one or more misting nozzles connected to the first tube section to allow fluid to flow out of the misting device. The misting nozzles are rotatable to allow fluid to be sprayed in a desired direction. The device also includes at least one adjustable clamp for securing the device to various diameters of percussive tools. Preferably, a second clamp is mounted to a housing slidable on the first tube section to allow the second clamp to be moved with respect to the first clamp.

Abstract: A method for repairing a drainage system adjacent a foundation wall includes the step of digging a first ditch to provide access to a section of drain tile, removing that section of the drain tile, digging a second ditch to provide access to a damaged area of the foundation, the second ditch being of a width that is narrower than the first ditch to provide support areas of undisturbed earth. The damaged area is then repaired and a rigid pipe installed and supported on the support areas. Since the rigid pipe is supported on support areas, no sagging of the replaced portion of the drainage system will occur in the event that the underlying earth settles or becomes unstable.