How Does a Sump Pump Work?

Thinking about finishing your basement? You definitely don’t want any water to damage all of your hard work. Make sure you have a sump pump installed to help! It goes in the basement of the floor and collects groundwater before it causes damage to the concrete floor. During a rainy period, groundwater rises in the foundation of the home and increases the possibility of cracks and flooding.

Here’s a newly installed sump pump complete with the discharge line. Photo Credit
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