Whether it is the spring shower, thawing of the snow, or unexpected plumbing problems, if your basement is not well protected or insulated, it is at risk of getting flooded. Water can seep in through the tiny cracks or weak spots in the foundation and damage your property. It is not just a safety hazard …
An in-depth look into Flooded Basement (Causes, Solutions, Prevention Techniques) Read More »
Choosing the right-sized pump is essential: pick a small size, and you might end up with a flooded and damaged basement, pick a powerful sump pump, and you may end up with a burnt-out motor. Let us give you a number outright to help you get some preliminary idea on this matter. For every thousand …
Whether you are using your sump pump occasionally or all year long, it can give rise to many issues if it is not regularly maintained. Among which foul smell is a hard hit, especially for people with a sensitive nose. Unfortunately, many don’t know how to handle it. So, to deodorize your pump, you can: …
A sump pump failure might occur when it is unable to handle a flood or a sudden downpour of rain. While the standard policies for homeowners might not provide coverage for the damages, few insurers offer drain or sewer back up. Since standard insurance policy doesn’t cover a sump pump failure, you need to add …
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Those who are party animals may think sump pump noise is something you can dance to or have fun with. Well, it does not make you dance; instead, it bleeds your ear, ruins your peaceful sleep, and makes you scared of your basement. These peculiar sounds from the sump indicate numerous malfunctions; thus, you need …
The two most efficient and popular home drainage methods, the French drain and sump pump, are often held at a particular pedestal to determine which one is better. So is there any significant difference between a French drain and a sump pump? In theory, no, but in practice, yes. While these devices have numerous similarities, …
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