Sump pumps are devices that sit in the basements of homes and businesses to prevent flooding. Properties with a high water table may have water enter their buildings after heavy rains or periods of thawing, which can result in costly, widespread damage. Fortunately, the installation of a sump pump by a professional plumber can address this issue while delivering the benefits below.

Why You Should Install a Sump Pump

1. Protect Your Property

When water enters your home, it can cause extensive structural damage. Your flooring, walls, and foundation could face damage from rot. If this happens, it could compromise your home’s structure and require large-scale repairs. Flooding can also ruin any belongings you store in this area. With a sump pump, however, you can utilize your basement without fears of water damage.

2. Reduce the Risk of Mold

Immediate water damage isn’t the only concern with basement flooding. Mold can develop in as few as 24 hours after water exposure, eating away at your surfaces and leading to health issues like exacerbated allergies or asthma. The simplest way to combat the problem is to prevent water from entering the building in the first place, which is what sump pumps do.

3. Minimize Fire Hazards

While it may be contrary to what you’d imagine, flooding increases the risk of fire. Pooling water can short out electrical appliances within your basement, including washers, dryers, and heating appliances. Even if the flooding doesn’t lead to an electrical fire, it will compromise these appliances or make them too dangerous to use in the future.

 

If you’re considering a sump pump installation in your home or business, turn to Big River Plumbing. Serving the Greater St. Paul, WI, metro area, this plumber has more than two decades of experience and offers 24/7 emergency service. Browse through their full list of services online or call (612) 286-5662 to speak with a team member.