In these cases, a sump-pump installation is a good solution. Many new homes have a sump pit already in place, complete with a drainage-tile system under the basement floor that's designed to channel water to the pit. If your home doesn't have this feature, and your water problem ...
The tricky part in understanding a sump pump’s power needs lies in this distinction between ‘running’ and ‘starting’ watts. When the pump needs to get to work, it demands this surge power for the initial start-up, often exceeding its regular running power by a significant multiple. The...
Sump pumps protect your basement from flooding, so understanding how much power a sump pump uses can make the difference between a dry foundation and a homeowner’s worst nightmare. Learn about the power needs of your pump to find the right energy source for it. How Much Wattage Does a ...
If you have water problems in your basement that you've been ignoring, there's a good chance you're losing up to half of your home's living space. For many, the simplest solution is to install a sump pump.
How to Keep Your Sump Pump RunningHomeowners rarely give much thought to their sump pumps exceptwhen things go wrong. Often hidden...Pogue, Paul
Sump pumps only have to pump water, never solids. Sump pumps are normally used to pump clear liquid, such as ground water from a wet basement sump pit or graywater from a basement laundry sink. Our sump pump photo (left) is not a wonderful installation, but you can see the pump motor...
water the ATO pumps into your tank when its sensors are triggered by a low water level. ATO sensors are ALWAYS going to be placed in your return pump chamber because this is the only chamber that actually changes water level as water evaporates because of the special baffling inside a sump...
Draining with a submersible pump (fast). This is a faster option. Attach a garden hose to your sump pump. Then, place the pump inside the deepest part of the hot tub. Plug in the pump and turn it on. Just be sure to keep an eye on the water level. If the pump runs dry, it ...
a sump pump, is designed specifically to be used underwater. This will quickly remove the pool water, including anything below the skimmer. Simply connect a hose to the sump pump and place the pump at the bottom of your pool. Plug in the sump pump, and it will start pulling water ...
Crawl Space Sump Pump Install - How to install The first time I ventured into our cabin crawl space, there was standing water in the space. Not good. Knowing that the ideal crawlspace mimics that of the conditioned living space of your home, I knew I had a lot of work to do, and th...