While water in your basement is a sure sign that your sump pump isn’t working, how can you tell if your sump pump is working efficiently? On a sunny day, an inefficient sump pump really isn’t a problem. On days where the rain won’t seem to let up, however, you could be unexpectedly surprised by […]
Because it’s tasked with expelling water from a home’s foundation, a sump pump is crucial in reducing the risk of flooding. Because they’re situated below a home, a sump pump is often out of sight and out of mind. It shouldn’t be, though! Every homeowner should perform some basic maintenance to ensure their sump pump […]
If your basement floods every time it rains, that’s a sure sign you need a sump pump. The one-time installation cost is well worth it once you realize you’ll never have to worry about flooding again. From horsepower requirements to battery-operated backups, here’s everything you need to know before a Columbus, IN plumber installs a […]
After water floods into your basement, as a homeowner you are left with the cost of repairing water damage to your flooring, walls and furniture—not to mention the fact that you may lose valuables stored in your basement. If you have insurance, you may be spared the worst of the impact on your wallet. But […]
If your Columbus, IN home has a basement, it’s likely you have a sump pump. Although sump pumps are a safeguard against basement flooding, sometimes they fail to do their job and can even cause flooding issues. Understanding what a sump pump is and how it works allows homeowners to recognize failures as well as […]