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Here is some information on Sump Pumps from a local Waltham, MA Plumber:
A sub floor basement waterproofing system linked to a sump pump is considered by industry experts to be the most reliable and cost effective solution to basement water problems but the consequences of a power outage or a mechanical failure at the pump could be catastrophic. With expert design and the best pump and backup products in the marketplace, we'll make sure that you're ready for any situation.
Basement sump pumps get rid of water that has built up usually in an area in the basement called a sump pit. The water may get in through the perimeter drains of a basement waterproofing system. If the basement is below the water table leve, rain or natural ground water may seep in.
Sump Pump Horsepower
Sump pumps come in many varieties and are diversified by horse-power. Most basement waterproofing sump pumps are available in 1/3HP, 1/2HP and 3/4HP models. These should be adaptable to 1" PVC pipe for ease of installation. The 1" PVC pipe is more than sufficient to handle large amounts of water in a de-watering situation. The best horse power pump for use in most basement applications is the 1/2HP.
When water enters your basement, the sump pump begins to work and pumps the water out of the crawl space through a discharge line. This is the key to the removing ground water in your basement crawl space. With a good sump pump, you can keep your basement free of water buildup and keep ground water below the grade.
Sump Pump Battery Backup
It is important to have a battery back-up in the event of an emergency situation. Power outages occur during storms, particularly when it is raining. If it is raining, your basement can get wet. If the power to the sump pump goes out, you will suffer a wet basement. Battery Back-Ups are designed to help get you safely through the storm for short periods of time. The best form of a back-up system is a direct generator for the sump pump or a whole house generator that automatically comes on if there is a power outage.
If a direct generator is not available, a battery back-up will be a good alternative to get you through the storm.
Sump Pump Installation
You can buy a sump pump from one of the big box stores and install it in your own basement, however, it will take a few weekends of hard manual labor and theres no guarentee it will keep your basement dry. Your best option for sump pump installation is to get a professional to take care of it for you. We have years of experience in installing sump pumps and our sump pumps are guarenteed to keep your basement dry!
For more information on sump pumps, if you live near Waltham, Cambridge, Wellesley, Newton, Needham, can be found at www.cclmechanical.com
