Do I Need a Sump Pump?

If you live in an area that is prone to flooding or one that receives heavy rainfall, you’ve probably heard the recommendation that you need to install a sump pump in the lowest points of your home.

A sump pump is a plumbing device installed in a sump basin dug at the lowest point of a house to pump water out of the basin and channel it to a place where it can drain away safely.

This device not only reduces the risk of water damage to underground parts of a house like basements or crawlspaces, but it also keeps the ground around your house dry to prevent mold growth.

Before we look at the properties that should have a sump pump installed, we should first help you understand how sump pumps work.

How Does a Sump Pump Work?

A sump pump is installed inside a sump basin in which water collects. When the water reaches a certain level in the sump basin, the pump is activated by a floatation activator or pressure sensor and pumps the water out of the sump basin.

You Need to Install a Sump Pump If Any Of The Following Is True:

• Your home is built on a flood-prone area

Is your home built on a low-lying area or poorly draining soil? Do you live in an area with a high water table? If yes, you should consider installing a sump pump in your home or commercial property.

• You live in an area that receives heavy rainfall

It goes without saying that a home in a climate that receives heavy rain or snow is more likely to flood. The best way to reduce the risk of water damage to a property located in an area that receives heavy rainfall is to install a sump pump.

• You’ve experienced flooding in the past

If your basement or crawlspace has had water problems in the past, you should install a sump pump to protect your property against excess water.

• You have a finished basement

The basement is prone to flooding and high moisture levels, especially during big rains or snowmelts in the spring. Flooding in the basement can occur as a result of seepage from surface water sources, overflowing gutters, or sewer backup.

Even if your property isn’t located in a flood-prone area, it’s best to protect your finished basement against potential flooding. You’ll never know when water will find its way into your basement, so it’s best to take preventative measures instead of waiting for a disaster to happen to take action.

Unexpected water in your basement can compromise the structural integrity of your home foundation, damage walls and floors, compromise indoor air quality and cause other problems.

Call Neighborhood Plumbing to Schedule Sump Pump Installation

If you're ready for sump pump installation in your home or commercial property, you can rely on Neighborhood Plumbing. Our plumbers in Cranberry Township, PA are highly experienced in sump pump installation, sump pump repair, and sump pump maintenance. We can install different types of sump pumps, including submersible sump pumps, pedestal sump sumps, and more.