Sump Pump Installation in Cedar Rapids & Eastern Iowa
Why Install a Sump Pump
There is no better time than now to get a sump pump installation in Cedar Rapids if you don’t already have one in place. Sump pumps prevent basement flooding by pumping out excess water and directing it to a safe area. The sump pump’s float switch detects the level of water in the basin, which allows it to begin pumping water out when it gets too high.
Cedar Rapids is no stranger to flooding, and the infamous flood of 2008, when over 10 square miles of the city flooded, still lives in recent memory. Sump pumps protect your home from major flooding damage and the crisis that comes with it. Count on Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Eastern Iowa to install and maintain your sump pump and prepare your home for future flooding risks.
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What Getting a Sump Pump Entails
First, you’ll need to choose what type of sump pump you’d like to add to your home. We offer sump pumps attached to standard energy sources as well as backup battery sump pumps, which have a secondary energy source that will power the sump pump, even when the electricity goes out.
To complete a sump pump installation in Cedar Rapids, we will have to create a specialized basin or pit if one does not already exist. Then we will place the sump pump in the basin, connect it to a power source, and install a discharge pipe to redirect the water that is pumped out.
Sump pumps do require regular maintenance, especially if they haven’t been used in a while. Checking basic pump functionality, the float switch, and the discharge pipe is critical as if your sump pump doesn’t work properly, you may find yourself in a bind during a flood.
Common Issues With Sump Pumps
The following are problems that commonly occur with sump pumps. Some may be fixed with sump pump repairs in Cedar Rapids from an experienced plumber like Benjamin Franklin Plumbing:
- Power Failure: A power outage can render the sump pump useless unless there is a backup power source. This is why we recommend sump pumps with backup batteries.
- Clogs: Debris can clog the pump or discharge pipe, preventing proper operation. If the discharge pipe is clogged, the pumped water will not be able to flow through the pipe at the proper rate, and this may cause your basin to back-up or overflow.
- Float Switch Failure: If the float switch fails, the pump may not turn on or off correctly. The float switch detects the water level and is a critical part of your sump pump’s functionality.
- Continuous Running: This can indicate a problem with the float switch or a high water table that overwhelms the pump capacity.
Any of the above justify giving your local plumbers at Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Eastern Iowa a call. We offer 24/7 emergency services when you are in need and your sump pump is malfunctioning. Contact us today for a full overview of our sump pump offerings and services.
