A quality sump pump is the best investment in keeping your basement dry. As the water rises in your home’s sump basin (sometimes referred to as a “pit”), the sump pump automatically turns on to evacuate the water through a discharge piping system and carries it safely away from the building.
How long do sump pumps last?
Most sump pumps have an average life span of 5 to 7 years, after which they typically need replacing. Sump pumps are mechanical devices that break down over time. It is important to understand that unless you have a backup sump system in your home, the only way you are going to find out if the primary pump has failed, is by your basement flooding. It is always best to replace your sump pump based on age versus performance.
What are some of the best brand sump pumps?
Our continuous quest for the most reliable, powerful, and efficient sump pump drove us to create our exclusive line of HERO pumps. Our rigorous testing of over 5 million cycles gives our customers added peace of mind.
Our HERO 3000 Replacement Sump Pump has 1⁄3 horsepower and pumps 3,000 gallons of water per hour (50 gallons per minute) at a 10-foot vertical lift. For homes that require higher water volume capacity, we offer the HERO 3900 Replacement Sump Pump, which has ½ horsepower and pumps 3,900 gallons of water/hour (65 gallons per minute).
Ultimately, our goal is to install a pump in your home that is the correct size and can easily handle heavy rains, as this will ensure your basement stays dry.
Do I need a backup sump pump?
It’s always a good idea to have a high-quality battery backup system. So that in the event of an electrical power outage, or when your primary sump pump reaches the end of its service life, you have an operating sump pump.
For those who have invested in an automatic backup generator, you may want to consider a dual alternating primary sump pump system. By installing a second primary pump in the sump basin and plugging both pumps into an alternating controller, this gives the homeowner, total peace of mind.
Why choose U.S. Waterproofing for your primary sump pump?
We are the sump pump experts. Our HERO Replacement Sump Pumps offer what matters most with sump pumps — reliability and industry leading pumping capacity.
We start with a free in-home consultation where one of our highly trained Advisors will provide you with a proper diagnosis, detailed repair plan, and cost of repair. A functional sump pump is essential to prevent water from flooding your basement, which can lead to stressful, costly, and disruptive repairs. U.S Waterproofing is committed to unmatched customer service and getting the job done right the first time. We stand by our work, and that work has been done for over 500,000 satisfied customers. Schedule your free consultation online today!
