Moorhead reminds residents to disconnect sump pump hoses from sanitary sewer system To avoid a frozen discharge hose, the city recommends using a straight PVC pipe to drain water.

Also do not pump water from the sump into a floor drain if you are connected to a public sanitary system. Putting additional water into the public sewer during flooding can contribute to sewage ...

A true winter disaster is when it's freezing outside whilst flooding inside. Do not forget to winterize your outdoor sump pump. This simple preventive measure can protect your pump from freezing ...

Wet Basement? Installing expensive interior drainage systems and sump pumps may not be necessary. These systems often just manage the problem rather than solving it. Most basement moisture ...

View full sizeThe Post-StandardDiagram: Improper vs. proper sump pump drainage hookup Legislators and administration officials have been working on the law for more than a year.

A blackout could leave your sump pump inoperable just when you need it most. So install a system with battery backup.

North Ogden City posted on social media that they were experiencing high sewer levels due to the heavy rain. The city ...