Find the Right Sump Pump
- By Eli Weinstock
- Aug 21, 2019
Finding the right sump pump for your home is an important process. Every home is different so selecting the proper pump will vary for each person. There are many factors to consider and you want to make sure you have the proper equipment just in case there is a water problem in your home. Here are some of the factors to consider:
Type of Foundation: Every home is built differently and installing a sump pump that fits is important. If the house resides on a hill then it could affect the type of pump you purchase.
Installing a Backup: A sump pump system with a backup comes in handy if your system malfunctions. These battery power back-ups are perfect for emergency situations and respond instantaneously by activation or an alarm system. Installing a backup system should not send warning flags on the quality of the pump but merely as a precaution. Most pumps are built and designed to last a while.
A sump pump with a battery backup such as the Sta-Rite DB20018T will stop water from entering your basement in the following instances:
- Power outages
- Main pump is deactivated
- Main pump malfunctions
- Main pump cannot keep up with the level of water in your basement
- Circuit breaker trips