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Sump Pump Services in Lakeland
When temperatures begin rising, you must turn your attention to guarding your home against flooding from unpredictable storms. Contact All Pro Plumbing when you need sump pump maintenance or installation in Polk and Hillsborough Counties.
Suppose you live in an area that experiences heavy rainfall or has had a flooded basement. In that case, you owe it to yourself to protect your valuable property with a sump pump installation. Sump pumps not only remove water from your basement but can also pump groundwater away from your house.
If you don’t have a sump pump or need sump pump maintenance, call the sump pump experts at All Pro Plumbing.
For homeowners with hard water, consider a water filtration system for better-tasting water without the mineral buildup.
Why You Need a Sump Pump
Sump Pumps remove water from the lowest point in your home, such as the basement, and direct it out to a drain to prevent your basement from flooding.
A typical sump pump has a float mechanism that raises as water comes in. Once the float reaches a specified height, it activates the pump to begin removing water before it can do any damage.
If you don’t think you need a sump pump, consider the following benefits.
- Prevents basement from flooding
- Guards against sewage backups
- Protects home from mold and mildew growth
- Increases your property value
- Guards against termite and other pest infestation
- Reduces home humidity levels
Suppose you or a neighbor has ever experienced a flooded basement. In that case, your home is at risk, and a sump pump is a necessity for protecting your valuable property from flood and water damage.
For more information about how a sump pump can benefit you, contact one of our experts for a consultation.
How to Perform Sump Pump Maintenance
A sump pump that fails is like not having a sump pump at all, which is why it’s crucial to keep your sump pump well maintained and ready for action when called on.
Most experts agree that sump pump maintenance should be done at least once a year during late winter or early spring because groundwater rises due to melting snow and increased precipitation.
However, depending on where you live, groundwater movement can be challenging to predict, which is why it’s advised to check on your pump throughout the year.
Here are a few tips for keeping your sump pump in top condition all year long.
- Ensure the sump pump is standing upright and the float moves freely because vibrations and other factors can cause the system to lean at an angle, which can impede performance.
- Also, check to ensure the pump triggers when the float reaches its specified height by dumping a bucket of water into the sump pit. If the pump activates, wait to make sure it discharges all of the water.
- Every sump pump uses a GFCI connection, which can mistakenly turn itself off. So, every few months, check to ensure the GFCI connection is working and the sump pump is getting power.
- Call a professional plumber before the rainy season begins to give your sump pump a thorough inspection.
The longer water leaks go unseen, the more severe the damage becomes. Contact All Pro Plumbing for effective water leak detection to protect your valuable property.
Signs You Need Sump Pump Repair
Too many homeowners make the mistake of ignoring their sump pumps because out of sight means out of mind. However, sump pumps are like any appliance in that they won’t last forever and need routine maintenance to keep them in good working order.
Your sump pump has a critical job to do, and it can’t do it if it’s in poor working order. Here are the most common signs your sump pump needs repairing or replaced.
- Age Most homeowners probably don’t know how old their sump pump is, but a safe rule of thumb is if it’s older than ten years, it’s time to replace it.
- Corrosion Visible rust is another sign your sump pump needs repairing or replaced. Sump pump rust is often caused by iron bacteria, which can clog the motor and block the drainage.
- Noise While it’s typical for a sump pump to make noise when running, you should know when something sounds off. If your sump pump makes loud, excessive noise, you must call a professional to inspect and repair it. The problem could be a bad bearing or a jammed impeller.
- Constant Operation Does your sump pump run constantly? If so, it could mean it’s insufficient to handle the amount of water coming in, and you need to upgrade to a more efficient model.
If you need sump pump installation, maintenance, or repair, you can count on All Pro Plumbing to give you the right system for the job. In Lakeland, call (863) 648-5112.