Russianwolf
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I have problems with water during heavy rains getting into my basement shop, but I am used to dealing with it. The HD dehumidifier and checking the sump pump to make sure I don't have any flooding.
Well, today I was working out in the back yard and decided to wash/scrub our deck. Turned on the hose and the pressure was low but I didn't worry about it. Came in a bit later to get a drink and check IAP and hear this noise like water running (the computer room is directly above the shop and the yard faucet). I run to the basement and sure enough everything is being sprayed in one corner.
I killed the water to the house and start accessing the damage.
My lathe and the Ryobi sander I just got from Jimmy were soaked.
One bench was covered in water, and about an inch on the floor in that area. So I turn on a portable heater to help with evap, and a fan to get the air blowing and dry off the lathe and sander as best I can. I'm always amazed at how fast things start to rust, the bed of the lathe already has the beginnings on it in less than two hours.
After running to Tractor Supply to buy a torch and some supplies I got the pipe patched and the water is back on. At least I didn't have to call a plumber. I'll let the lathe and sander dry a couple days before I turn them on and make sure that they are fine. I'm sure they will be, but with the way my luck runs..........
Well, today I was working out in the back yard and decided to wash/scrub our deck. Turned on the hose and the pressure was low but I didn't worry about it. Came in a bit later to get a drink and check IAP and hear this noise like water running (the computer room is directly above the shop and the yard faucet). I run to the basement and sure enough everything is being sprayed in one corner.

My lathe and the Ryobi sander I just got from Jimmy were soaked.

After running to Tractor Supply to buy a torch and some supplies I got the pipe patched and the water is back on. At least I didn't have to call a plumber. I'll let the lathe and sander dry a couple days before I turn them on and make sure that they are fine. I'm sure they will be, but with the way my luck runs..........