If you live in an area where basement flooding is common, you most likely have a sump pump in your basement. It is a great guarantee against serious water damage and intrusion, but would you like to have a guarantee on top of your guarantee? Some homeowners find that they want the extra peace of mind that comes with a backup sump pump.
It does happen that equipment fails. Maybe your sump pump is getting up in years, but it is still running ok. Getting a backup will ensure that you won’t be left stranded if it goes down. It could even be helpful if the amount of water intrusion proves to be more than your primary sump pump can handle.
There are essentially 2 types of backup sump pumps. They can be either battery-powered or water-powered. While the battery-powered sump pump might have a limited running time, a water-powered sump pump wastes a lot of clean water in the process.
If you are using a water-powered sump pump, you should definitely make sure that you have a professional plumber to help you with the installation.
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