What Are the Common Problems with Sump Pump Systems?

Cheaper sump pumps will see a number of problems, especially if they are incorrectly installed, cannot handle a large volume of water at once, or are unequipped for cold weather. 

Clogging and Frozen Pipes 

Cheap sump pumps are prone to clogging more often. The pipes that lead up to the pump itself may become clogged with mud, dirt, or other debris. The various mechanisms and switches that make up the sump pump may also become tangled or clogged with the very debris it is trying to pump away. 

Come winter, any water this pump collects could also freeze over and clog your system that way as well. This can cause the system to fail or even break if the ice expands too far. Sump pumps, installed by an experienced professional, will be customized to suit the needs of your home. At Foundation Recovery Systems, we offer the FreezeGuard™ anti-freeze device as an additional feature on all systems as well.  

Burnt Out Sump Pumps 

Sump pumps are very prone to overworking during storms or other events where large volumes of water are collected in its system. Many cheaper sump pumps also tend to be made of plastic, which can easily melt if the sump pump becomes overworked and too much water tries to flow into its system. 

You need a sump pump that is capable of handling any kind of weather. Our sump pumps can not only gather and redirect thousands of gallons of water, but they also are encased in tough cast-iron. You can bet that these pumps will never melt or give out no matter what!