3 Signs Your Sump Pump System Needs Maintenance

Does your sump pump need maintenance?

Your sump pump works hard to ensure no water builds up in the basement of your home. This means it's constantly dealing with an influx of groundwater and possible flooding. The alternative to a smoothly running sump pump is a poorly functioning one, and the worrying rise of water in the sump pit. That's when you start to worry about damage to your belongings, and to the structure of your home. It's time to call a plumber and get to the bottom of the problem.

Let's look at three surefire signs that there's a problem with the sump system.

Noise, Noise, Lots of Noise: This is one sign that you can't ignore. The sump pump makes lots of strange noises that can be heard, sometimes even from another room. The cause is likely some kind of foreign matter in the system. Dirt and grit can work their way in, and clog the impeller. This problem can easily damage the pump, as it's no longer able to efficiently rotate and clear the rising water. Take action and call a plumber to clear the blockage.

The Water is Rising: The simple function of the sump pump is to keep water at bay. When this isn't happening the pump may have broken down, or the impeller may be damaged. The float switch may be faulty. Whatever the reason is, it's essential to call your plumber quickly so that the issue can be quickly addressed. The solution may be as simple as clearing a clog, or replacing the float switch that turns the pump on and off.

It Smells Down There: Another sign that is hard to ignore, is an unpleasant odor permeating the basement and the rooms beyond. It's obvious something is wrong with the sump pump even though it may still be pumping. Have the entire system checked immediately for leaking seals, and backed up foreign material. It's a time sensitive issue since the continued presence of whatever is creating the odor, may create a health hazard.

Sump pump systems should undergo periodic maintenance. Such maintenance avoids future problems. Call us anytime  404-753-91915 to schedule an appointment and get your sump pump taken care of.