A sump pump remedies both situations ... the discharge pipe to connect to the sewer, it has a check valve to prevent backflow ...

Remove debris, leaves, and sludge from both the pump and the sump pit. Clogged debris can block the system and damage the pump, so cleaning ensures efficiency and reduces the risk of winter issues.

but this can be avoided by installing a sump pump that’ll kick on the moment it detects liquid, evacuating water from your basement before it can do its worst. Alternatively, they can be the ...

(MITCH HOTTS — THE MACOMB DAILY) According to city officials, the pump station is a critical component of the sewage infrastructure system. A force main is needed when the elevation for sewage ...

Water damage can be one of the most distressing events a property owner can face Whether it caused by a broken pipe a flooded basement or a leaking roof the impact of water damage can be devastating t ...

In 2023, Americans purchased 21% more heat pumps than other heating systems, according to the Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute. If you’re considering a heat pump for your ...

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and Richard helps a homeowner install a sump pump. All that on "Ask This Old House ... You can mow over it, but when the system comes on, up it comes just enough to cast it out.

Your home is your castle. But rather than building a moat around your sanctuary, your focus should be on how to keep water ...

The City of Hialeah, which has not made significant improvements to its water and sewer system in the past 20 years, voted unanimously on Tuesday to set aside $14.8 million for upgrades, from building ...