It helps protect your house from flooding due to groundwater infiltration.
Your sump pump is usually located in your basement in a utility room or laundry space.
Homeowner responsibilities
As a homeowner, you are responsible for the drainage system on your property. It is important to ensure that your sump pump is in good working condition and your lot is correctly graded.
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Maintenance
It is important to perform regular maintenance on your sump pump system every spring as well as every few months. Maintenance can help prevent backups and flooding.
Check your sump pump by slowly pouring water into your sump pit. Watch for the "float" to rise and trigger the pump. Once the pump has started, the water level will quickly lower and the float will shut off the pump.
If your home is located in a wet area or the water table is high, you may want to invest in a backup sump pump system.
Winter maintenance
Be sure to regularly ensure that they are working properly.
Water draining from sump pumps can cause ice buildup on sidewalks and streets creating hazards. Ensure that your sump pump is not causing ice buildup. Also, be a good neighbor and ensure that your sump pump does not cause icing on a neighbor's property.
Piping should also be sloped so that water drains out and does not sit inside and freeze the pipe. A frozen line could damage your sump pump.
Spring maintenance
The transition from winter to spring and the fluctuating temperatures create thaw and refreeze cycles causing your sump pump to discharge more often. Check your sump pump each spring.
Summer and fall maintenance
Rainfall events can cause your sump pump to discharge more often. Check your system often to ensure the pump is working.