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Professional Sump Pump Repair Services in Cleveland
There’s no need for you or your family to experience a flooded basement now or in the future. When your pedestal or submersible unit needs fixing, Smylie One Heating, Cooling & Plumbing provides professional sump pump repair services in Cleveland. We offer prompt sump pump repairs, services, and installations. In addition, our expert technicians are fully equipped to solve pump power loss, ice in the discharge lines, or if the unit is defective. Whatever the problem you’re experiencing, our team is ready to assist you day or night.
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Professional Sump Pump Repair Services in Cleveland
There’s no need for you or your family to experience a flooded basement now or in the future. When your pedestal or submersible unit needs fixing, Smylie One Heating, Cooling & Plumbing provides professional sump pump repair services in Cleveland. We offer prompt sump pump repairs, services, and installations. In addition, our expert technicians are fully equipped to solve pump power loss, ice in the discharge lines, or if the unit is defective. Whatever the problem you’re experiencing, our team is ready to assist you day or night.
Most Common Sump Pump Problems
A well-designed sump pump system is your first line of defense against flooding and water damage in your home. Along with that setup, every homeowner needs to be aware of common sump pump problems they might encounter during the lifespan of their system.
Power Loss
When the power goes out, your sump pump will not operate. That also includes if the unit gets unplugged or its circuit breaker has tripped. Without a battery backup for the pump, water will enter the home.
Manufacturer Defect
As with any piece of equipment, a manufacturer defect in a sump pump or one of its components does happen. That flaw may go unnoticed until it’s too late, and your only protection is the warranty.
Poor Installation
In-home water damage from a poorly installed sump pump will increase. The pump needs a clean surface install, a check valve, and a discharge line to remain stable as it pushes water outdoors.
Wrong Size Unit
A continuously running sump pump lets you know your device is the wrong size. Too big, the pump will constantly cycle, causing it to burn out, and too small, it struggles to remove water from your home.
Frozen Discharge Lines
Drainage pipes and sump pump discharge lines can freeze during the cold season. Without having a rerouting line attachment in place, the risk of water re-entering the home increases dramatically.
Empty Sump Pit
Having no water in a sump pit is possibly good or bad news. When there’s no water in the pit, your basement is not collecting water. However, if other basement areas have standing water, you have a pump and drainage issue.
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How to Test Your Sump Pump
To ensure your sump pump always operates as needed, you must test the system every three to four months. By doing so, any moisture that builds up indoors is quickly diverted outside and away from your home. The process is straightforward and accomplished in four simple steps.
Physical Inspection
You will begin by listening to your sump pump’s sound. That will determine if it turns on and then off once it has pumped out any excess water. Next, look inside the sump pit to see if the water level is low. Then move on and inspect for any damages or debris buildup around the pit. Lastly, check the outlet pipe for blockage and that the check value is operating correctly.
Electrical Inspection
A properly installed sump pump will also utilize a ground fault circuit interrupter when plugged in. The interrupter is a fast-acting circuit breaker designed to shut off electric power in the event of a ground fault. You will also want to unplug and plug in the pump to determine whether it turns on right away. If not, you’ll need to seek a professional plumber for assistance.
Water Test Inspection
With this step, you’re looking for any damage or clogging. To do that, you’ll use an entire five-gallon bucket of water to check how quickly the sump pump turns on. What you want to look for is if the pump turns on once the preset water level is reached. All you have to do is slowly pour the water around the sump pump. Should the pump not turn on, you’ll need a plumber’s assistance.
Maintenance Inspection
This final step is what needs accomplished every three to four months. Regularly cleaning and maintaining your sump pump will quickly uncover any hidden issue. For instance, if there’s trapped mud, mold, mildew buildup, clogged lines, switch issues, and areas of your home that collect water, the pump has not removed. If your equipment is ten years or older, consider replacing it.
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