Maintenance 5 Steps to Preventing Basement Flooding Clean Your Gutters Proper Slope Before digging up your entire basement to install French drains there are several things you can do to your home to help your sump pump protect your foundation and basement from flooding. These are relatively easy projects and can be completed by […]
Maintenance What Can You Do About Cracks in your Basement Walls French Drain Exposed Sump Pump Service Cracks showing up in your home’s walls or steps is a common problem for a lot of homeowners. The stressful and frustrating part is not knowing how they will affect the structural integrity of your property. The important […]
Maintenance Treating Iron Ochre in Sump Pump Pits Iron Ochre Covered Pump Iron eating bacteria or the “red stuff in your sump pit” is caused by bacteria in the soil that feeds on iron and magnesium. To keep your sump pump working, float switch clean and basement drainage system free of the iron ochre, is […]
What to Do If Your Sump Pump Fails From a Power Outage
Maintenance What to Do If Your Sump Pump Fails From a Power Outage When a power outage strikes, a backup sump pump is essential. A backup pump will not only function when power is lost but also activate if your primary pump cannot keep up with the volume. This is very important in , where […]
What is the Difference Between a Sump Pump and a Sewage Pump?
Maintenance What is the Difference Between a Sump Pump and a Sewage Pump? Sump Pump A submersible sump pump is often an unsung hero, protecting your home from floods, removing water from under your home before it has a chance to enter and cause water damage. It’s generally installed in the lowest part of your […]