Sump Pumps: The Key to Flood-Proofing Your Home
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You’re likely familiar with the purpose of a sump pump: to keep a home’s basement dry. But how does it work? And what else is worth knowing about sump pumps? Monroe Home Solutions is here to answer your questions!

How Sump Pumps Work

A sump pump sits within a naturally constructed pit carved below your basement’s floor. This pit is referred to as a basin or “sump.” During heavy rains, the pump’s valves detect rising water levels in the sump area. When the water reaches a certain level, the sump pump directs the excess water out of the basement via a discharge line. The water is then deposited into a drainage area that’s located a safe distance from your home’s foundation. This drain point can be a nearby creek or a neighborhood drain.

A dry basement not only protects your belongings and home from water damage, which can lead to costly repairs. It also prevents mold growth due to extra moisture. That way, you and your family can stay healthy in your home and avoid upper respiratory infections, as well as asthma and allergy symptoms.

The Sump Pump Solutions We Offer

At Monroe Home Solutions, we supply a variety of sump pump solutions to keep your Metrowest home’s basement dry. If your home doesn’t have a sump pump, we’ll be happy to install one so you can have more peace of mind the next time there’s a flood watch in your area.

Our technicians are experienced with replacing, repairing, cleaning, and testing sump pumps. We can also install a backup battery so you have even more confidence that your basement is flood proof even if the pump’s primary battery happens to die.

Prevent Basement Flooding

Monroe Home Solutions has years of experience helping Metrowest residents keep their homes in great shape and their house’s internal systems functioning smoothly. We’ve built a reputation for providing quick, quality service at a lower price than our competitors.

Ready to say goodbye to wet basement worries? Let us help you shield your home from harm by preventing a basement flood before it happens in the first place. Contact us today for a free consultation or schedule a sump pump installation or repair service.