SERVPRO Sump Pump Tip's

3/21/2020 (Permalink)

Sump pump's keep homes from flooding by pumping away ground water that collects around the house when the ground is saturated. The reason the sump pump is so important is flooding. Flooding is the #1 most common disaster in the United States. Insurance claims average around #3 BILLION dollars per year. So, here's a few tips from your local SERVPRO to hopefully keep your home/ basement dry.

Tip #1 - Install your pump on an isolated circuit to prevent fire hazards.

Tip #2 - Don't underestimate the weather. The average homeowner will typically experience a home disaster of some kind once every 25  years. Just because it's never happened before does NOT clear you next time.

Tip #3 - A battery back-up sump pump is always a great idea. Especially if your home is susceptible to flooding.   

SERVPRO has been extracting water and slug from homes since 1967. We were here for our customers yesterday and we will be here for you tomorrow.