Sump pumps help ensure that your basement remains dry, preventing water damage to its foundation. If yours is more than seven years old or has been affected by flooding, or has become ineffective due to flooding damage, a professional plumbing contractor will recommend and install the appropriate sump pump system for your home.
Price to Replace a Pump
The cost of installing or replacing a sump pump depends on its material, brand and features, including smart technology capabilities such as backup systems. More sophisticated models with these features may cost upwards of $500; however, good-quality models with batteries and check valves typically fall within a budget of $200-250.
If your sump pump is making strange sounds, it could indicate worn-down parts or require repairs. A plumber can inspect it to assess if replacement or repairs can be undertaken.
Pumps typically make quiet noises; if you hear any higher-pitched hums or unusual sounds coming from them, that could indicate something is amiss with the machine – possibly caused by broken impellers or malfunctioning parts, so it is crucial that this be taken seriously immediately and checked out as soon as possible.
Your plumber can recommend a solution based on the location of your home, the extent of water damage you’ve experienced and which system would best meet your needs. Once agreed upon, they can order all necessary parts and complete this project promptly.
Installation Process
A contractor hired for sump pump installation will need to excavate your basement floor in order to create a pit for it, then connect the pump to your drainage system.
Though you could do the job yourself, hiring a professional may make your task simpler. These professionals have been trained in handling equipment and possess all of the appropriate tools necessary to complete any job efficiently and effectively – they even possess expertise for more complex jobs, like cutting through concrete slabs.
As well as installing your sump pump correctly and preventing costly problems down the line, they can connect it with your electrical and plumbing systems – another service they will offer is connecting the sump pump to these. Doing this ensures proper installation without costly complications later.
Installation of your sump pump may also involve digging a hole and installing pipe. While this process can be costly and take time, it is necessary to prevent flooding.
Water-powered sump pumps can be found for less, using all the flowing water in your pipes to form a suction that draws excess water out of your basement. While these options can be more cost effective than battery or pedestal models, they have one main drawback – using up all your precious water resources!
Always have a backup sump pump available to protect against power outages. A backup pump should automatically start up if your main unit fails, and will have its own battery that can provide several hours of run time per charge. By having one ready, having an emergency backup will save thousands in repairs should a power outage occur.
