I have an indoor cistern in my 1835 house that is located under my dining room with a 3 x 3 wood cover. This is the only access to the inside of this cistern. I am concerned about mold as there is always water in it, sometimes just a few inches, sometimes a foot or two deep. I did not know about this when I purchased the home as it was under a carpet.
I would like to remove it and/or fill it. I have access to it in my basement, but do not know if I should just "go to town" and knock out the cistern walls.
I am not sure how the water is getting in there...if it is groundwater or if there is another source (I can't see any).
Any suggestions on removing/filling it so I can try and clean up any mold?
I appreciate any help or advice anyone can offer!!!
Best Regards
I would like to remove it and/or fill it. I have access to it in my basement, but do not know if I should just "go to town" and knock out the cistern walls.
I am not sure how the water is getting in there...if it is groundwater or if there is another source (I can't see any).
Any suggestions on removing/filling it so I can try and clean up any mold?
I appreciate any help or advice anyone can offer!!!
Best Regards