Sump Pumps

Lets talk a little bit about sump pumps. A sump pump, is a pump that removes excess water that may potentially flood your home. It is an electric pump that is usually located in a crock inside your basement.

During storms, sometimes areas will experience power loss. This can be bad during heavy rainfall because when there is no power, your sump pump will not kick on. There are a few different options to help prevent excess water to filling up your home in the event that your power fails.

1. Battery Power Back-Up Sump Pump: These pumps work on a battery that is similar to a car battery. They will kick on as soon as power is lost. These back up systems work fine for short term use. The battery can last any where from 6-10 hours depending on the circumstances. However, during extensive loss of power, these pumps will not last very long.

1. Water Powered Back Up Sump Pumps. These pumps work great if your house runs on city water. The pump acts like a suction to pump the water out of your basement. The great thing about these pumps is that it uses the water to operate and will last as long as necessary. The concern that most people have is that it uses a lot of water to operate.