If you are a homeowner with a basement, you should take measures to prevent flooding. Property owners have two main choices to keep basements dry: a gravity system or a sump pump. A Gombos Basement Waterproofing recommends gravity systems for their customers in Bethany, CT. Learn how these systems work and why they are better than the alternative.

An Introduction to the Gravity System

How It Works

The gravity system works just as the name suggests: it uses gravity to drain water away from your basement safely. A drain is installed in the basement with a line that is pitched downhill. As a result, any water that gets into the basement automatically goes down the drain. A drainage pipe directs the stream away from the house to protect your foundation.

Why It’s the Better Choice

A gravity system is more economical and reliable for a leaky basement. A sump pump relies on electricity, which can be a problem during a storm with power outages. Without a backup generator that automatically turns on when the power goes out, the sump pump is effectively useless in such storms.

Since a gravity system relies only on the laws of physics, it won’t fail you even when the power does. It’s always running with no additional energy cost. Also, your maintenance expenses are much lower. Aside from keeping the system free of clogs from debris, there is very little upkeep and no pricey electrical repairs and maintenance.

The team at A Gombos Basement Waterproofing are the local experts in protecting basements with both gravity and sump pump systems. They have served the community for more than 55 years and can install a gravity system for you with a written guarantee for their work. Contact them at (203) 393-3009 to request an estimate from their waterproofing contractor.