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Plumbers that Install Sump Pumps: Not the best option!Published by: Francine Maglione (7/9/09) |
 Plumbers have long been the go-to contractors to tackle sump pump installations, but while they may claim to have the knowhow and skills needed, their installation jobs can sometimes leave much to be desired. These installations can be messy, inefficient and hastily done. For a truly professional, clean, and reliable sump pump installation you can trust a basement waterproofing contractor to do it right. A sump pump is the heart of your basement waterproofing system. It’s the main tool used to remove the water from your basement. However, if it is not installed correctly then it can do more bad than good. Sump pits that are open and messy can cause water to leak out or make the air more humid. Humid air in a basement can cause mold and musty odors to form making the basement environment uncomfortable and unhealthy. Simply put, a sump pit is a hole in the floor of your basement that collects water. During installation, a sump pump is placed into this pit to pump water out of the basement. Because of this, the pit hole tends to get sloppy over time. If a sump pump is installed quickly by a plumber, certain things can get overlooked such as the size of the pit and whether it fits the pump correctly. When sump pumps are too large, they remove water faster than it is able to fill the sump pit so they turn on and off repeatedly, shortening their life. Also, a sump pit must be large enough for the pump or it will short cycle, or run continuously, which may also shorten its life. Generally, a typical sump-in-a-hole installation that is performed by most plumbers is inefficient and messy. A neatly sealed sump pump system with a lid is the best way to keep dirt and debris out of a pit, as well as keep humidity and moisture low in a basement. The high-quality sump pump systems installed by basement waterproofing contractors at Basement Systems are just what you need to make your basement feel cleaner, drier and more enjoyable to use. You don’t need to settle for a plumber. Let us handle your sump pump needs! For a free sump pump installation estimate, give us a call or contact us online today. |
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