Sump pumps are essential when it comes to keeping your basement dry and your home safe, regardless of its age or size. Installing one in both new and old properties will make a dramatic difference for any household.
Years ago, we witnessed homeowners struggling to cope with their sump pump breaking at an inconvenient moment. To help these families avoid such tragedy, we made the process of purchasing one easier and more cost-effective.
Cost
An effective sump pump is an invaluable way to safeguard your basement against water infiltration and avoid costly repairs and cleanup due to flooding or other forms of water damage.
Cost of installing a sump pump depends on several factors, including its location and type of floor covering in your basement. A concrete basement may incur higher labor expenses due to needing heavy machinery like jackhammers to break up its surface.
Selecting an appropriate pump type is also vital; battery-powered sump pumps typically cost two times more than their water-powered counterparts.
If you need help selecting the appropriate pump type, reach out to a pro for an impartial assessment and free quote. They’ll help guide your choice towards an enduring system and offer tips on its placement and care.
Materials
Sump pumps are an integral component of any home’s water management system, helping prevent basement flooding, maintain healthy humidity levels and avoid foundation cracking.
Installing a sump pump may be possible for homeowners themselves, though for safety purposes it should be left to professionals. They will know which materials to use and how best to install them safely.
Installation costs for new sump pumps will depend on numerous factors, including floor type, location and contractor performance.
Pedestal and submersible sump pumps are two of the most frequently used models of sump pump. A pedestal model rests on the floor while submersible ones must be submerged underground.
Myers pumps utilize cast iron housing, the ideal material for heat dissipation. Zinc can also work well. However, thermoplastic can trap heat and should only be used for light pumping applications.
Time
Sump pumps play an essential part in protecting the basement environment from moisture damage and flooding, particularly in regions prone to heavy precipitation. They help remove water quickly from your basement while also protecting it against damage caused by heavy rainfall.
Sump pumps consist of three main parts: the sump pit, pump and discharge pipe. Water from the pit is extracted using the pump and channeled down the discharge pipe into your sewer, septic or special tank system for further processing.
Installing a sump pump takes both skill and patience; therefore, it is highly advised that a certified basement waterproofing contractor be contracted for this task.
Installation time will depend on the type and thickness of pump you select as well as whether or not a pit needs to be dug, drain tile pipes set up, PVC pipe installed and gravel distributed for proper drainage.
Experience
Upper Montclair sump pump installers who are experts have the experience needed to ensure a job well done. When considering waterproofing your basement project, always hire a certified basement waterproofing contractor rather than hiring an unqualified plumber who may offer less reliable results.
Experienced and knowledgeable basement waterproofing contractors know exactly how to install your sump pump, as well as which type would best suit your situation. Furthermore, they will offer price estimates so that you can compare options before making your decision.
Zoeller(r) sump pumps feature screened intake valves designed to prevent clogging and keep silt, sediment, and other debris out of their pumps’ path – keeping silt from building up on the bottom of their sump liners as it collects there – plus an elevated stand that keeps it off of the bottom of their pits; these features effectively solve two of the primary causes for sump pump failure and flooding issues.
