what is a sump pump and why do i need one?

What is a Sump Pump and Why Do I Need One? You may not realize it, but water can collect in or under your basement. The water usually comes from the drains in your home's waterproof system or from natural groundwater in your area. If this water is allowed to stand, or it gets out of control, it can cause serious damage to your home. A sump pump prevents this from happening. It's a pump that prevents flooding and keeps an area dry if your home's foundation is below the water table. It used to be common practice for plumbers to connect sump pumps to systems that drained the water into city sewage systems. However, it has been learned that this practice can be damage the sewage system, so many cities no longer allow this practice. Instead, the water pumped through a sump pump is discharged in other ways. Why Invest in a Sump Pump? If you have had problems with your basement flooding, or if you live in an area where the water table is especially high, you should definitely invest in a sump pump. First, and possibly most importantly, a sump pump can protect your basement from flooding. Water damage is difficult to repair and can also be very costly. Also, if your basement does flood and the water comes into contact with electrical wiring, the situation can quickly become very dangerous. Avoiding flooding, with a sump pump, in the first place will save you time and money. The foundation of your home is one of the most important parts of the structure. A strong foundation means a strong home, and when there are flaws in the foundation, you can expect issues in other parts of your home. A sump pump will keep your foundation dry so it will remain stable and strong. Moist, warm areas (like the foundation of your home without a sump pump, or after a flood) is the perfect place for mold to grow and multiply. Mold can damage your foundation, but it can also be hazardous to your health. When mold is in the air, you and your family may have breathing problems or even flu-like symptoms. One of the best ways to make sure your home is a clean and healthy environment is to use a sump pump to make sure your foundation and basement stay dry. A sump pump may seem like an unnecessary piece of equipment for your home. However, it can prevent costly damage and even help keep your home safe. Investing in a sump pump will save you time and money should your house fall victim to water problems.

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Page 1: What is a Sump Pump and Why Do I Need One?

What is a Sump Pump and Why Do I Need One? You may not realize it, but water can collect in or under your basement. The water usually comes from

the drains in your home's waterproof system or from natural groundwater in your area.

If this water is allowed to stand, or it gets out of control, it can cause serious damage to your home. A

sump pump prevents this from happening. It's a pump that prevents flooding and keeps an area dry if your

home's foundation is below the water table.

It used to be common practice for plumbers to connect sump pumps to systems that drained the water into city sewage systems. However, it has been learned that this practice can be damage the sewage system, so

many cities no longer allow this practice. Instead, the water pumped through a sump pump is discharged

in other ways.

Why Invest in a Sump Pump?

If you have had problems with your basement flooding, or if you live in an area where the water table is

especially high, you should definitely invest in a sump pump.

First, and possibly most importantly, a sump pump can protect your basement from flooding. Water

damage is difficult to repair and can also be very costly. Also, if your basement does flood and the water comes into contact with electrical wiring, the situation can quickly become very dangerous. Avoiding

flooding, with a sump pump, in the first place will save you time and money.

The foundation of your home is one of the most important parts of the structure. A strong foundation

means a strong home, and when there are flaws in the foundation, you can expect issues in other parts of

your home. A sump pump will keep your foundation dry so it will remain stable and strong.

Moist, warm areas (like the foundation of your home without a sump pump, or after a flood) is the perfect place for mold to grow and multiply. Mold can damage your foundation, but it can also be hazardous to

your health. When mold is in the air, you and your family may have breathing problems or even flu-like

symptoms. One of the best ways to make sure your home is a clean and healthy environment is to use a sump pump to make sure your foundation and basement stay dry.

A sump pump may seem like an unnecessary piece of equipment for your home. However, it can prevent costly damage and even help keep your home safe. Investing in a sump pump will save you time and

money should your house fall victim to water problems.