Sump Pump Installation and Repair Barrington

Sump pumps can be hard-wired into a home's electrical system or easily plugged into an available outlet. The majority of sump pumps are equipped with a battery backup to ensure that the pump will continue protecting your home in case of a power outage, which most commonly occur during times of precipitation or severe storms when it's especially important that water is pumped away from your home.

If you experience a power outage at your home that lasts longer than a couple minutes, if you experience frequent power outages, or if your primary sump pump fails, a battery backup sump pump or one of many water powered backup systems (that use your home's water supply pressure to remove water from the sump pit) can help to protect your basement and home from water damage. Contact an Advantage Plumbing expert today to find out what options might be best to ensure your home stays safe and dry.

You should be testing your sump pump regularly to ensure that it is operating normally when the next big downpour hits your Barrington neighborhood. You can easily test your system by pouring a bucket of water into the sump pit. As long as everything is functioning normally, the pump should turn on almost immediately and begin ejecting the water from your system. You can verify that everything is working properly by checking that the float and valve are able to move freely and not being blocked by anything.

You can also increase the efficiency of your system by cleaning your sump pit. Remove any dirt, sand, gravel or other debris that may have built up over time to prolong the life of your system and allow it to be as effective as possible. Ensure that the discharge line opening is free of obstructions so that water can be pumped through the line and out of your basement or crawlspace. If you aren't sure how to do this yourself or prefer not to worry about the hassle, our team of experts is always happy to come out and perform and needed maintenance to your sump pump system.

Sump pumps, like any equipment with moving parts, will eventually wear out and need to be replaced. How often this happens depends on the weather and how much rain falls, so there's no set timeline for replacement. If your sump pump stops working, give us a call at Advantage Plumbing. We'll come out to check it for you, and while we're there, we'll also look for any basement leaks caused by a broken sump pump. We'll then recommend any repairs you might need to keep your home safe and dry.