PLUMBING

IMPORTANCE OF SUMP PUMP CLEANING

05/17/2023

PLUMBING

IMPORTANCE OF SUMP PUMP CLEANING

05/17/2023

One of the best ways to protect your home is by scheduling sump pump cleaning. A sump pump is an electric device that’s designed to help prevent flooding in your home. When it’s neglected, you can run into a stressful and costly emergency situation. Today we’re going to cover the importance of sump pump cleaning.

Common Sump Pump Problems

Firstly, if you’re needing a refresher on what a sump pump is, you can visit one of our previous blog posts. Sump pumps are often found in the basement where the water is collected from your home or building. Typically, they have a backup battery that ensures that it will still be in working order during power outages.

So what are some of the most common problems?

No Back-Up Power Source: This leaves many homeowners vulnerable to flooding during unforeseeable power outages.
Clogged Intake or Discharge Pipes: Sediment can accumulate over time. When there are obstructions that prevent optimal performance, the sump pump won’t have effective flow. Regular cleaning is highly suggested to avoid clogging.
Switch Problems: There’s a pressure switch or float that turns the system on/off when the water levels rise/fall. When the switch fails to activate, it’s often from built-up debris or a faulty switch. Regular maintenance is recommended to ensure this doesn’t happen!
Overcapacity: Is your system struggling to keep up with the excessive water flow from your home or from heavy rainfall? You may need to upgrade your system to prevent your basement from flooding.
Running Continuously: The switch activates as the water rises/falls. If your system is running continuously, it may be occurring from a faulty switch, improper sizing, or overcapacity.
Pump Motor Failure: Over years of use, the sump pump motor can wear out. This often leads to pump failure. We highly suggest that you schedule regular maintenance to keep up with repairs and cleaning. When the technician is able to catch these minor repairs early, you can prevent costly repairs or replace your entire system.

Sump pumps are what help prevent basement flooding. When neglected, it will be the problem that can cause flooding! We highly suggest that you stay on top of your regular maintenance and cleaning.

Benefits of Scheduling Sump Pump Cleaning

This system is vital to prevent water damage and flooding in your home. To ensure that your system is performing optimally, call your local plumber to inspect your sump pump. When you have a clean and reliable sump pump, not only will you have peace of mind but you’ll be able to minimize costly water damage.

Let’s get into the benefits:

Minimize Clogging: The sump pit accumulates various debris and sediment. Regular cleaning will help clean obstructions and proper flow.
Pump Efficiency: When your system is clogged, it’ll have to work harder to keep up with demand. Prevent costly utility bills, damage your system, and reduce the lifespan by scheduling cleaning.
Prevent Bacterial Growth: When your sump pump is neglected, it becomes the perfect breeding ground for bacteria, mold, and mildew. You’ll notice foul odours that is a sure sign of stagnant water.
Early Detection: Regular service is a wise decision so that your technician can identify loose and worn-out parts that need replacing. By addressing the minor repairs, you’ll negate mind-boggling repairs and potential water damage.

Are you curious about how a sump pump works?
Check out this blog post by The Family Handyman!

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Conclusion

In summary, scheduling sump pump cleaning is vital to prevent water damage and floods in your home. When you neglect cleaning and maintenance, you’ll be left with expensive repairs or possibly replacing the system entirely. In order to achieve optimal performance, we highly suggest that you stay on top of scheduling regular service for your sump pump for peace of mind.