Your sump pump is an integral component in protecting your basement against flooding and water damage, consisting of a pump, discharge line and pit located at the lowest point in your basement. As water levels rise, this system activates to pump it away from its foundation. If any signs appear that indicate it may need replacement, contact a plumbing professional as soon as possible for installation of an upgraded version to protect against expensive future water damages.
Step one in replacing your sump pump involves shutting off its power – either by switching off the circuit breaker or unplugging it – before disconnecting its discharge pipe from its old counterpart and unplugging. Next, take care to make sure the new sump is an exact fit and can fit into its old pit, using plastic shims if necessary to adjust height accordingly. Check that its float switch moves freely in its designated spot rather than being stuck at bottom or touching sides; install its discharge line back onto its new pump ensuring it stands on an even surface before reconnecting its discharge line before installing its discharge line back onto its old pump’s discharge pipe to ensure smooth and level operation of its new counterpart in its old pit.
An Excessively Powerful Sump Pump
If your sump pump is cycling on and off frequently or continuously running, this could be a telltale sign that it’s too powerful for its location. A pump with too much horsepower can wear out its motor faster, leading to costly repairs or early replacement expenses; additionally, an inability for its float switch to activate when water levels increase may signal jammed or broken float switch which in turn would prevent activation of its motor when necessary.
Clogged sump pumps can be caused by rocks, roots and other debris accumulating within the pump itself or in its discharge line. To protect yourself from further clogs in this line, regularly clean and service your sump pump, replacing its discharge line as necessary and placing a cover over its discharge pipe to keep dirt out.
Faulty sump pumps can lead to catastrophic water damage for your home. If yours isn’t operating correctly, call Gold Star Plumbing, Heating & Cooling right away in Hicksville, New York for sump pump repair – their 24/7 emergency services ensure they can come quickly when your sump stops working, diagnose the problem quickly and fix it as quickly as possible while providing you with a free estimate for work that needs doing and answering any of your queries about sump pumps.
