What Is A Sump Pump & How Do They Work?
Sump pumps are simple devices that require minimal attention and maintenance. They are a cost-effective investment with a proven record of effectiveness. The sump pump is installed within a pit typically dug in the lowest part of the basement or crawl space.
As water fills the pit, it triggers the pump’s sensors, which initiates the motor. This causes the motor to pump the water into the attached pipe, move it out of the home, and drain safely away from your home’s foundation.
Thorough Sump Pump Services
We offer a broad selection of top-quality sump pumps that protect your home. Our licensed and insured plumbers will ensure your system is installed correctly, maintained, and promptly repaired. We adhere to rigid quality controls and use industry-approved techniques when servicing your sum pump.
We provide a full range of sump pump services in Chicago, including:
- Sump pump installation & replacement
- Sump pump repair
- Sump pump maintenance
Benefits Of Installing A Sump Pump
There are plenty of valuable reasons every home in the Chicago area should have a sump pump. Some of the most common benefits cited by our clients include:
- Protection: Floods, storms, and groundwater seepage can cause extensive damage to your foundation, flooring, drywall, and personal possessions. Sump pumps help keep your home secure and dry.
- Safety: Flooded basements and crawl spaces pose a considerable risk of electrocution and electric shocks that can ignite fires.
- Savings: A reliable sump pump can save money on replacing personal possessions and renovating your home. It can also help lower your monthly homeowners insurance costs and make your home more appealing to prospective buyers.
- Comfort: Sump pumps help shield you from the discomfort and inconvenience a flooded basement or crawl space can create.
- Improved air quality: Sump pumps keep your home dry, which helps reduce mold and mildew and improves the air quality within your home.
Why Choose Goode Plumbing For Sump Pump Services?
At Goode Plumbing, our licensed and insured plumbers provide a full range of sump pump services you can count on to keep your basement dry. When you choose our team, you will always enjoy same-day and 24/7 service appointments, upfront pricing, 0% financing available, lifetime workmanship warranty, backup warranty on items we sell, and more!
Contact the expert plumbers at Goode Plumbing to schedule sump pump installation, maintenance, or repairs today!
Frequently Asked Questions
How does water infiltrate basement areas?
During heavy storms, water can enter the basement through joints and cracks, pipe breaks, or windows and walls. Infiltration usually happens suddenly, which means you need to have effective protection in place at all times.
Will an electric pump work during a power outage?
Electric pumps will not work in a power outage unless you have a whole-home generator installed. Alternatively, you can purchase a sump pump with a battery backup. These will typically provide enough power for five to seven hours of continuous pumping or one to three days of intermittent pumping.
What kind of capacity does the drainage tank hold?
It depends, but the most common drainage tanks hold 15 to 25 gallons of water.
