{"id":3667,"date":"2020-07-30T13:33:00","date_gmt":"2020-07-30T13:33:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/miami-fl-puroclean-coral-gables\/blog\/sump-pump-maintenance-mistakes-to-avoid\/"},"modified":"2020-07-30T13:33:00","modified_gmt":"2020-07-30T13:33:00","slug":"sump-pump","status":"publish","type":"blog","link":"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/miami-fl-puroclean-coral-gables\/blog\/sump-pump\/","title":{"rendered":"Sump Pump Maintenance Mistakes to Avoid"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><h2>Table of Contents<\/h2><nav><ul><li><a href=\"#common-mistakes-for-sump-pump-maintenance\">Common mistakes for sump pump maintenance<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#diy-installation\">DIY Installation <\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#no-backup-power\">No Backup Power<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#not-testing-your-sump-pump\">Not Testing Your Sump Pump<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#ignoring-the-discharge-pipe\">Ignoring the Discharge Pipe<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#letting-debris-get-in-the-pump\">Letting Debris Get in the Pump<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#ignoring-the-float-switch\">Ignoring the Float Switch<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#unplugging-the-pump\">Unplugging the Pump<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#covering-the-sump-pump\">Covering the Sump Pump<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#puro-clean-can-provide-you-with-professional-water-damage-repairs\">PuroClean can provide you with professional water damage repairs.<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#faq-question-1707485053449\">Is a sump pump under a house really necessary?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A sump pump can be the difference between a costly flooding incident and a dry basement. The are two types of sump pumps, \u201csubmersible\u201d pumps are installed under the floor in your basements, while the \u201cpedestal\u201d pump sits above your sump basin.\u00a0 Sump pumps are used to \u201cpump\u201d groundwater away from your home and will evacuate large quantities of water, such as flooding, to other areas, such as storm drains.\u00a0 It is important to keep your pump in good shape, so it can keep your basement dry all year long. To learn more about sump pump maintenance, check out these common sump pump mistakes to avoid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/miami-fl-puroclean-coral-gables\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2024\/02\/sump-pump-1-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-19293\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"common-mistakes-for-sump-pump-maintenance\">Common mistakes for sump pump maintenance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"diy-installation\"> DIY Installation <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019ve never installed a sump pump, don\u2019t risk doing it yourself. You might end up paying a lot more for damages than for the cost of proper installation. Hire a plumbing professional to avoid the risks of faulty installation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"no-backup-power\">No Backup Power <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During a powerful storm, your home can lose power, causing your sump pump to shut down.&nbsp; Should you experience flooding in your basement, a sump pump would redirect any incoming water. Keep your sump pump working during a power outage by connecting it to a backup power source, such as a generator or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.backupbatterypower.com\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.backupbatterypower.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">battery backup system<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"not-testing-your-sump-pump\">Not Testing Your Sump Pump <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Test your sump pump system twice a year \u2013 before spring and fall \u2013 to make sure that it\u2019s in good working condition. To test the system, slowly pour water into the sump pit until it activates the pump switch. If it empties slower than normal, check the discharge pipe or the pump itself for clogs and other issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"ignoring-the-discharge-pipe\">Ignoring the Discharge Pipe <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Check that the drainage pipes are tightly connected and are directed away from your home\u2019s foundation. Also, inspect the pipe for damage and clogs. Seek help at once if you find clogs or damage. Anything that impedes the flow could result in basement flooding due to slow drainage or no drainage at all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"letting-debris-get-in-the-pump\">Letting Debris Get in the Pump <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ensure your sump pump doesn\u2019t sit on debris such as silt or gravel, which could be sucked up into the pump, ruining the motor. Instead, place it on steady, flat bricks. Also, ensure the sump basin has a filter fabric around it to stop debris from coming in. If there isn\u2019t enough room or if there is some type of obstruction in the way, the float may cause the pump to work improperly, which can burn up your motor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"ignoring-the-float-switch\">Ignoring the Float Switch<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This part tells the sump pump motor to stop once the water level goes below the float. Your sump pump needs ample space around the float to both float and sink freely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"unplugging-the-pump\">Unplugging the Pump<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This can cause flooding if someone unplugs the sump pump and forgets to plug it back in. To prevent this, never unplug the pump or make sure you plug it back in if you do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"covering-the-sump-pump\">Covering the Sump Pump <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Knowing where your sump pump is found is important, but if you forget, you might end up piling stuff on top of it. That can result in damaging the sump pump and limiting accessibility. When storing items in your basement, always locate your sump pump first to avoid this problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"puro-clean-can-provide-you-with-professional-water-damage-repairs\">PuroClean can provide you with professional water damage repairs.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Routine sump pump maintenance goes a long way in guarding against basement flooding. Schedule a thorough inspection with a septic tank maintenance professional or plumber twice a year. For professional <a href=\"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/miami-fl-puroclean-coral-gables\/services\/water-damage-restoration\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/miami-fl-puroclean-coral-gables\/services\/water-damage-restoration\/\">water damage<\/a> repair or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/miami-fl-puroclean-coral-gables\/services\/mold-removal\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/miami-fl-puroclean-coral-gables\/services\/mold-removal\/\">mold removal<\/a>, contact us.<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1707485053449\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Is a sump pump under a house really necessary?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>A sump pump under a house is necessary in certain situations, especially in areas prone to flooding or with high water tables. It helps prevent basement or crawl space flooding by collecting and redirecting excess water away from the foundation, thereby protecting the structure and preventing water damage.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1393\" height=\"1106\" src=\"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/miami-fl-puroclean-coral-gables-new\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1014\/2024\/02\/Property-Damage-Restoration-Services-in-Coral-Gables-e1746721761703.jpg\" alt=\"Flood Damage in Coral Gables\" class=\"wp-image-19321\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/miami-fl-puroclean-coral-gables\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1014\/2024\/02\/Property-Damage-Restoration-Services-in-Coral-Gables-e1746721761703.jpg 1393w, https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/miami-fl-puroclean-coral-gables\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1014\/2024\/02\/Property-Damage-Restoration-Services-in-Coral-Gables-e1746721761703-300x238.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/miami-fl-puroclean-coral-gables\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1014\/2024\/02\/Property-Damage-Restoration-Services-in-Coral-Gables-e1746721761703-1024x813.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/miami-fl-puroclean-coral-gables\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1014\/2024\/02\/Property-Damage-Restoration-Services-in-Coral-Gables-e1746721761703-768x610.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1393px) 100vw, 1393px\" \/><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A sump pump can be the difference between a costly flooding incident and a dry basement.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":19030,"template":"","blog-category":[10],"class_list":["post-3667","blog","type-blog","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","blog-category-biohazard-clean-up"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/miami-fl-puroclean-coral-gables\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/blog\/3667","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/miami-fl-puroclean-coral-gables\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/blog"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/miami-fl-puroclean-coral-gables\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/blog"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/miami-fl-puroclean-coral-gables\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/miami-fl-puroclean-coral-gables\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/blog\/3667\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/miami-fl-puroclean-coral-gables\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/19030"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/miami-fl-puroclean-coral-gables\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3667"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"blog-category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/miami-fl-puroclean-coral-gables\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/blog-category?post=3667"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}