Re: [GBlist] cistern sealing

[GrenSheltr@aol.com]

In a message dated 9/26/01 10:33:27 PM Eastern Daylight Time, 
dlambert@grasshoppernet.com writes:

<< Any comments on Ralph's thought that adding a waterproofing additive is
 rather useless since the cistern is going to crack anyway?  Frankly, the
 idea of getting down every few years into a couple of large concrete tanks
 that are only 5 feet tall to seal with Thoroseal, is most unappealing.  >>


question - I think original post said he was using a septic tank, septic 
tanks do not need to be rsealed, and are often 10' from a house, and thus 
designed not to leak, why seal ???    Linda

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