Monthly Archives: March 2010
Sump Pump Generator
This is the absolute best Sump Pump Generator currently on the market, Click to read more. sump pump generator Q&A Question: Generator Wattage Question? Hello, I recently purchased a 7500 watt generator. I purchased the generator before I realized the transfer switch (already installed in the house) has a range of 1500 watt to 5000 … Continue reading
Choosing a Sump Pump Battery
Sump Pump Battery Q&A Question: Does battery acid go bad? I need to replace the battery on my back up sump pump. I have battery acid in my garage that is about 2 years old. Can I still use it or does it go stale/bad? Answer: If it has been sealed in its original container, … Continue reading
Sump Pump Enclosure
Amazon.com Widgets Sump Pump Enclosure Q&A Question: How much electricity does a sump pump use? We are installing a sump pump in our crawlspace and was just wondering how much extra electricity we should be expecting to use. Answer: It will depend on the size of the pump and its frequency of use. The pump … Continue reading
Sump Pump Pedestal
Sump Pump Pedestal Q&A Question: where is the impeller located in a pedestal sump pump? Answer: Usually inside the pedestal. ( The impeller must be submerged in order for the pump to be primed.) Question: Why is water coming back in from Sump Pump Hose? When I bought the house there was a sump pump … Continue reading
Sump Pump Pit
Amazon.com Widgets Sump Pump Pit Q&A Question: Backup sump pump recommendations? I am looking for a battery powered backup sump pump. Due to the small sump pit in my house (I only have 5 to 6 inches of space for the backup), I am considering the the Hydropump RH1400 backup sump by Basepump. The pump … Continue reading
Sump Pump Controller
Sump Pump Controller Q&A Perimeter Drains: Is Your Home Protected? If you’re looking to build or buy a home, particularly in any area that is damp or prone to basement flooding, one important aspect of your home will be the perimeter drains. Perimeter—or French—drains are basically a drainage ditch covered with gravel for the purpose … Continue reading
Sump Pump Tank
Sump Pump Tank Q&A Question: i just bought an established saltwater tank.how can i get the pump and sump to work.it wont do anything.help? i have no experience with saltwater.the guy i bought it from told me to use an air tube to suck air and prime the system.this didnt work.when i plug everything in … Continue reading