If you notice that your basement is a little damp, there could be a risk of flooding, a serious problem that can cause a multitude of problems for your home. A flooded basement can lead to some serious health and safety issues, including rotting, rusting, moulding and unclean air. This can often result in a putrid smell lingering around your home. With this in mind, you will want to do everything you can avoid this problem.
One solution to this problem is investing in a sump pump. Installing a sump pump in your basement can be done either beneath or above the floor and will pump the water that amasses in the sump basin and eject it outside safely.
Should you be unfortunate enough to experience a damp basement, don’t panic, we’ve got you covered. Here at Pump Sales Direct, we have a wide range of sump pumps to choose from. If you are unsure about which pump you require, then have a read of this useful guide about what you need to know before you invest.
Manual or automatic sump pump?
You need to decide whether you want your pump to work manually or automatically. Generally, we think you should go with an automatic as the intelligent systems can be configured to pump water when needed. Although, we do understand that due to budget limitations it isn’t always possible to buy a more expensive automatic model, but if you can spare the money it will save you a lot of time and effort.
How big should your motor be?
It goes without saying that the more powerful the motor, the more water it will be able to pump out of your basement. So you will need to judge how much your pump will need to work for you.
Should you go with a submersible pump?
If the sump basin in your basement has the space, we would recommend a submersible pump. Having a submersible pump gives you the ability to use a lid to cover your sump pit, which will massively reduce the noise and keep out unwanted debris that could cause clogging. Another idea is to invest in a lid that is vacuum sealed, that way there is no chance of the air seeping out and causing damage.
Can it handle debris?
As mentioned before, debris can be incredibly damaging to a pump if it causes blockages and stops it functioning. Some pumps have an intricate design with impellers that can handle larger debris than normal, which should be quoted in the product description.
Is one enough?
Usually, yes. Although a bit of insurance never hurt anyone. Having a back-up pump alongside the first would be essential should you use your basement as a living area and cannot afford for this space to be damaged. If the first cuts out, the second will pick up the slack.
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