Like any household project, making improvements to your basement usually requires a good amount of homework. Because basements tend to be out of sight from daily living, maintenance can get overlooked until there is an obvious problem like moisture, mildew, or mold. Homeowners who are …
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When choosing a basement contractor many people have a very hard time navigating through the hype and finding that one company that you know is the right choice. As a contractor [for my entire professional career] both as an employee and as an owner, I can tell …
Read Full ArticleWhen answering the question “How does a sump pump work?” we need talk about the sump pump switch. The sump pump switch turns the pump on and off. The on-off cycling of the sump pump, via the sump pump switch, depends on the water level …
Read Full ArticleWhat Is The Primary Function of a Sump Pump Check Valve? The primary function of the sump pump check valve is to make sure that the water being pumped out of the sump pump pit liner and through the discharge plumbing cannot drain back into the liner. …
Read Full ArticleIn this article we will look at the sump pit liner and its role in how a sump pump works. The sump pump pit liner is essentially the home for the sump pump. The importance of sump pump pit liners is often overlooked when contractors install …
Read Full ArticleSump pump systems have been a common fixture in homes for many years. Most of these homes tend to be in low-lying areas where basements flood on a regular basis. Today, sump pumps are becoming more and more popular because of the protection they provide. …
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