If your basement is getting water inside then 90% of these problems can usually be solved by making sure your gutters are clean and leak free and downspouts are extended far from the foundation walls. Also grading the soil around your home at least 1" per foot for 4 feet out will steer the water away. Here's some links that may help with the excellent advice you've recieved from LazyPup.
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http://www.dep.state.pa.us/dep/deput...o/drainage.htm
http://www.soundhome.com/topics/topic_downspout.shtml
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