Have you been wanting to install a sump pump to help with chronic flooding problems in your basement but you don’t know where to start? This is the perfect time to trust the experts! We will cover all you need to know as a homeowner about sump pumps and how they are installed in this article!
Sump pumps are important tools for homeowners to keep water out of the lowest areas of your basement or crawl space. They prevent flooding by collecting excess moisture in a basin – then when the water level in the basin rises, the pump is triggered to start pumping water outside and away from the foundation.
While you can install a sump pump yourself, it is best practice to call a basement expert to ensure it is properly installed. Experts that do this all the time understand underground water issues and know the ins and outs of basements and how to redirect water.
Another bonus is that basement experts can also assess your foundation while they are installing your sump pump and will be able to advise of any needed foundation repairs.
There are many factors that could potentially cause issues with a sump pump’s ability to function properly. Let’s take a look at some of the issues you can encounter and how you can fix them yourself:
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