Protect your basement from flooding with professional sump pump service, inspections, replacement, and backup pump options.
A sump pump is one of the most important pieces of equipment in a home with basement water concerns. It removes excess water from the sump pit before that water can rise high enough to flood your basement.
At Just Foundations Ottawa, we install, replace, repair, and maintain sump pumps for homeowners throughout the Ottawa area. Annual sump pump maintenance is especially important before winter, spring thaw, and heavy rain seasons.
If your pump is not working properly, your discharge line is freezing, or your basement has moisture concerns, we can inspect the system and recommend the right solution. We also provide related services including basement waterproofing, weeping tile systems, foundation crack repair, and foundation inspections.
A sump pump removes water that collects in a basin called a sump pit. Water may enter the pit naturally from groundwater or through connected drainage systems such as weeping tile.
When the water level rises, the pump turns on and redirects the water outside through a discharge pipe, helping protect your basement from flooding.
In most homes, the sump pump is located in the basement. In commercial buildings, it may be found in a utility room or boiler room.
The pump sits in or above a pit installed flush with the floor, usually at a low point where water naturally collects.
The two main types are pedestal sump pumps and submersible sump pumps. Pedestal pumps sit above the pit and may be easier to access, while submersible pumps sit inside the pit and are usually quieter.
Larger pits or higher water volumes may require a stronger pump. Battery backup pumps are also worth considering because they can continue working during power outages.
You should check your sump pump at least twice a year, especially before winter and before heavy rain seasons. If your pump runs frequently, it should be inspected more often.
In Ottawa, it is also important to monitor the exterior discharge pipe. Frozen or blocked discharge lines can prevent water from leaving properly and may cause the pump to burn out.
Schedule sump pump service with Just Foundations Ottawa and help protect your basement before the water rises.
