Sump Pump Installation and Repair in Palatine

Protecting Your Home From Flooding

Your sump pump is an essential part of nearly every home in Palatine, even if you don't notice it when it's working well. But if it stops working or breaks down, water can quickly cause serious damage to your home. At Advantage Plumbing, we know how important it is to keep storm water away from your house. We carefully choose the best pumps and have many years of experience installing sump pump systems that deliver great results. Our team also uses advanced backup systems that can alert you by phone call, text, or email if something goes wrong. If your sump pump is showing signs of wear or you're not sure if your current system is enough to protect your basement and belongings, give us a call for a full checkup of your home's storm water drainage.

What Is a Sump Pump?

A sump pump is a device that sits underwater at the bottom of a sump pit, usually located at the lowest point in your basement or crawl space for best performance. Water from the ground around your home's foundation is collected by a drainage system at the base of the foundation. This water flows into special perforated pipes and is directed into the sump pit. When the water level rises past a certain point, a float switch activates the sump pump, which pumps the water out and away from your home to a storm drain, dry well, or retention pond. Most newer homes already have sump pumps, but older homes may need one installed to help prevent basement flooding.

Sump Pump Installation

Sump pumps can either be hard-wired into your home's electrical system or simply plugged into a nearby outlet. Most sump pumps come with a battery backup so they keep working during power outages. This is especially important because outages often happen during heavy rain or storms, the times when your pump needs to protect your home the most.

If your power goes out for more than a few minutes, if outages happen often, or if your main sump pump stops working, a battery backup pump or a water-powered backup system can keep water away from your basement. Water-powered backups use your home's water pressure to pump out water when the electricity is out. Reach out to an Advantage Plumbing expert today to learn which backup option is best for keeping your home safe and dry.

Sump Pump Maintenance

It's important to test your sump pump regularly to make sure it works properly when heavy rain hits your Palatine neighborhood. A simple way to check is by pouring a bucket of water into the sump pit. If your pump is working right, it should turn on quickly and start pumping the water out. You can also check that the float and valve move freely and aren't blocked by anything.

To keep your sump pump running smoothly, clean out the sump pit by removing dirt, sand, gravel, or any debris that has built up. This helps your system last longer and work better. Make sure the discharge line is clear so water can flow freely out of your basement or crawlspace. If you're not comfortable doing this yourself or want to avoid the hassle, our team is always ready to come out and handle any maintenance your sump pump needs.

Sump Pump Replacement & Repair

Sump pumps, like all equipment with moving parts, will eventually wear out and need replacement. Because this depends on the weather and how much rain falls, there's no set rule for when to replace your sump pump. If your sump pump stops working, give us a call at Advantage Plumbing. We'll come out to check things over and also look for any basement leaks that may have been caused by a broken sump pump. We'll let you know if any repairs are needed.

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