Shopping for a Sump Pump: What You Need to Know
There are two types of sump pumps available: Submersible and Upright.
The price between the two kinds is minimal and not really a factor in deciding which to purchase. The Submersible has the entire pump, including the motor housing below the water line. The Upright stands about three feet tall, with the motor remaining above the water while the rest of the pump is kept below the water line. The choice between the two is personal preference.
The Submersible will move a larger volume of water due to its higher horsepower, but some individuals do not like the idea of a motor being under the water. If you do decide on the Upright version, there is one thing to watch out for. In an Upright, the float switch is more prone to get hung on the sump-crock (the hole where the water collects) if the discharge pipe is not secure. Make certain you have a secure fit in order to eliminate that problem.
Another thing you may want to consider is a backup sump-pump. In areas where there are many storms, there are generally power failures too. A backup sump-pumps can protect you during a power-failure.
Like the sump-pump itself, there are two versions of the backup: Battery-powered and Water-powered.
A Battery powered backup has a higher pumping capacity but the battery may only last 24 to 30 hours. The water powered backup does not have that problem and will continue to pump as long as the city main has pressure. Both start running the moment there is a power failure.
Sump pumps are easy for the Do-It-Yourself home owner to install and the article, "How to Install a Sump Pump" by Diane Crawford contains a nice set of instructions.
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Richard Greene, owner of Green Plumbing and Remodeling
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Published by Charlene S Noto
Currently resides with her husband and two labs, Max and Molly, in the US Pacific NW. Enjoying both her writing and her quilting, she is learning to live creatively with Multiple Sclerosis. View profile
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Post a CommentVery good information. At my previous home, a sump-pump was invaluable. It worked and I had a dry basement.