Spring is in the air!! Be prepared for those spring showers! Don’t forget to check your sump pump.
Below are some tips regarding sump pump maintenance:
- fill the sump pit with water to make sure the pump is working properly.
- go outside to check that the pump is actually discharging water (sometimes the pump will run but it won’t pump any water out).
- check that the operation of the float switch is not restricted.
- listen for any strange noises coming from the motor.
- replace the battery on the back-up sump pump every second or third year.
