March brings warmer temperatures along with spring rain showers. All this extra water soaks into the ground and can build up pressure against your home’s foundation. If you have a basement or crawl space, a sump pump is the device that keeps this water out.
It sits in a pit and pumps water away from your house when the level gets too high. If the pump fails during a heavy rainstorm, water can flood your basement and damage stored items and building materials.
Our technicians inspect and test sump pumps to make sure they are ready for the rainy season. We fill the pit with water to ensure the float switch rises and turns the pump on at the right time. We check the valve to make sure water does not flow back into the pit after it is pumped out. We also clean out debris or gravel that could clog the intake screen.
If the pump is old or making unusual noises, we can recommend a replacement before heavy rains begin. A sump pump often sits unnoticed until it is needed in an emergency. If it fails, the result can be immediate flooding.
Testing it yourself can be tricky if you are unsure how the float mechanism works. Our professionals ensure the discharge pipe is clear and the pump has the power to move water away from your home quickly.
Make sure your home stays dry this spring. Contact Keep Smiling Plumbing Electric Heating and Cooling for sump pump testing.
