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 ...

The truth of the matter is that most basement water problems are not basement problems at all, but exterior drainage problems. So before you consider a sump-pump installation, take a good look (in ...

Outside, take your rotary hammer and drill a 3-in.-dia. hole through your basement wall as close as possible to the sump pump tank, one to two inches above ground level.

Homeowners rarely give much thought to their sump pumps except when things go wrong. Often hidden away in a basement sump basin, these devices activate to pump water outside when water reaches a ce… ...

With this guide, learn more about the cost of installing a sump pump along with the factors affecting its cost.

Discharging a sump pump into the city's sanitary sewer system is a big 'no-no'. While this might seem like an easier and more attractive option than running a discharge tube from the sump pump to ...

We also have an indoor sump pump, but it's only used if the outdoor pump fails and water rises an inch or two in the basement.

If the sump pump in your basement or crawlspace constantly cycles, here’s what to do.

Learn more about the cost of repairing a sump pump, including maintenance and when to know it’s time to repair.