Euclid water in basement proximity to lake?

[Itay Heled]

Hello fellow investors,

I am renovating a house in Euclid and after the heavy rain some water accumulate in the basement. 

I was told by contractor it is common in this area and this is due to  house proximity to the lake and high water level in this area.

was wondering if anyone come across this in Euclid?

Thanks!

[Ryan Evans]

I'd be cautious of whatever else this contractor is telling you if he's the one doing the work on the project. As others said, it has nothing to do with the lake. He is right in that a lot of old houses in the area get water in the basement of some kind, but the source of the problem and how to remedy it are on a case-by-case basis.