Homeowners Should Ask for a Sump Pump On Their Holiday Wishlist
New sump pump installation is a practical gift for homeowners that increases their home value and prevents water damage in the basement. There are many benefits of sump pump replacement or installation that are more valuable to a homeowner than yet another novelty gift that gathers dust.
Sump pumps are a piece of home hardware that is essential for preventing water damage in a basement that is prone to flooding. Puddles of standing water on the basement floor can be hazardous for various reasons. Sump pumps remove water from the basement.
Hazards of Basement Flooding
- Excessive moisture promotes the growth of black mold and harmful mildew
- Bug larvae can grow in standing water
- Water damage in the basement can damage the foundation of the home
- Increased risk of accidental slips and falls
- Could cause accidental electrocution if water reaches electrical wires
Reasons to Install a Sump Pump
Water in the basement can cause a heap of trouble for homeowners. In addition to the other hazards mentioned above, homeowners should consider that without a sump pump, their HVAC system and electrical system could become damaged from excess water.
The cost of potential repairs from water damage makes installing a high-quality sump pump a valuable gift for homeowners. Adding a new sump pump can raise the home value and prevent unnecessary water damage repairs in the future.
Benefits of a New Sump Pump
- Protect the health of people living in the home from mold and mildew
- Prevent electrical and heating/cooling systems from failure due to water damage
- Spend less money on repairs
- Save time on basement clean-up and maintenance
- Increases the home value
Different Kinds of Sump Pumps
There are a variety of models of sump pumps that homeowners can choose from, which fall into the two main categories of pedestal pumps and submersible pumps. Sump pumps use a basin in the basement floor to collect water runoff and then pump it out of the house. Submersible pumps sit directly in the water basin, and pedestal pumps sit above-ground. The size of the pump is also important to take into consideration. Some homes will require a larger and more powerful model of sump pump than others to prevent flooding.
Working with an experienced plumbing contractor can help homeowners make a wise decision about what kind of sump pump would be the most effective for their home’s basement.
Submersible Sump Pumps
- Sits below ground level inside of the water basin
- The water cools the pump’s engine down
- Long-lasting performance with fewer repairs than pedestal pumps
- More expensive than pedestal pumps
Pedestal Sump Pumps
- More affordable than submersible sump pumps
- Usually less powerful and efficient than submersible pumps
- Sits above ground
Installing a Backup Sump Pump
In the case of a power blackout, sump pumps that rely on electricity will shut off. Having a backup sump pump may be necessary for preventing flooding during a storm.
Secondary sump pumps may plug into a power generator via AC ports or run off of batteries. Without a backup, if the main sump pump goes out, the home is susceptible to water damage until the main pump is fixed.
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