When was the last time you thought about your sump pump? If the answer is “not recently,” you’re not alone. Many homeowners tend to forget this essential device, only realizing its importance when faced with a sudden downpour or a melted snowpile. While it might seem like a small piece of equipment tucked away in […]
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Common Causes of Sump Pump Failure and How to Avoid ThemCommon Causes of Sump Pump Failure and How to Avoid Them
The only reason you have a sump pump in your home is so that you can sleep in peace or go to work and vacation without constantly worrying that a flood will damage your basement. But this entire goal is defeated when your sump pump stops working, notes Orca Richmond Realty. Why do […]
Can I Shower if My Sump Pump Is Not Working?Can I Shower if My Sump Pump Is Not Working?
In the event of a sump pump malfunction in your home, should you continue using your shower? The short answer is NO. Why is that? If there is no space for the dirty bathwater, it will flood your basement or crawlspace. Here is how that can happen. In homes with a sump […]
Tips to Make Sure Your Sump Pump is Ready for SpringTips to Make Sure Your Sump Pump is Ready for Spring
Try to say sump pump as fast as you can. It sounds a bit silly, doesn’t it? Well, whatever the case, you’re going to hear that one a lot today. That’s because we’ll introduce you to some tips on how to make sure your sump pump is ready for spring. Since everyone’s favorite season […]