sump pumps
what do you need to know?
what is a sump pump?
it is a device that is placed in the lowest level of a house,
normally in a basement in the designated hole called a sump pit.
sump pump prevents a house from flooding.
sump pumps are not installed in all houses, but most of the new houses in Ontario do have sump pumps.
sump pumps are electrical devices, that is why if there is an outage sump won’t work.
types of sump pumps
there are two primary types of sump pumps: submersible and column or pedestal.
- submersible sump pumps are bigger and require a larger sump pit
- they are placed below water, as a result the motor is cooled off faster
- their noise level is reduced when the pump is operating
- column sump pumps, on the other hand, more durable
- column sump pumps are easier to maintain
- they last longer, and are less expensive
sizing of sump pumps
when you decide on what sump pump size to choose several factors should be taken into account.
- if this is a replacement for the existing one? if yes, it can be the same size if you never had issues with the old pump
- the height where the water should be pumped up and normally it depends on how low or high your house is located
- the distance that you need to pump out, outside of your house to discharge the water
sump pumps maintenance
most homeowners won’t think about the sump pump until there is a noticeable problem.
does it mean the pump should be ignored?
- no, depending on the area, weather conditions, the intensity of the work sump pump should be inspected regularly
- the best is to use professional services, even it means more expenses
- for the one rainy day, it’s worth it
tips to remember
- decide what type of pump you choose submersible or pedestal
- decide what size fits your house design and plumbing system
- decide and follow the maintenance schedule