Summer Storms and Sump Pump Failure

5/22/2018 (Permalink)

If a storm knocks out your power or if for any other reason, your sump pump stops working, there is no defense against the water rising in your basement from the sump pump flooding.

As a result, SERVPRO of Oldham/Shelby County is available to clean up the mess and restore your basement to its original condition. Available 24 hours a day, seven days a week and will be at your home typically within one hour to evaluate your needs and begin the clean-up process. Let SERVPRO of Oldham/Shelby County give back your peace of mind.

Sump Pump Over Flow flooded basement Cleanup

Furthermore, basement flooding from sump pump failure is a common problem and is occurring all too often. Also in areas prone to excess groundwater. Results are costly for complicated clean-up projects. 

The trend in recent decades towards finished basements has raised stakes considerably.  Basement flooding can now destroy expensive entertainment rooms, office equipment, and flooring. Also, Homeowners with active sump pits often feel like they are being held ransom by their sump pumps. People are unable to enjoy vacations or travel without worrying that their sump pump will fail.

Because this concern is valid, the causes of sump pump failure make a seemingly endless list.

Typical Causes of Sump Pump Failure

• The pump motor could burn out from overuse.
• A clog could occur. Mud or debris can jam the pump. In addition, the water intake screen can be blocked.
• Critical components, like the impeller, drive shaft, or float switch can break, disabling the pump.
• A disconnected or stuck float switch.
• Clogged waste water discharge pipe, impairing the pump’s ability to remove sump water.
• Seemingly trivial things can also stop the pump from working. Unplugged by accident or rendered inoperable by a tripped circuit breaker or blown fuse.

Power outages are an extremely common cause of sump pump failure. Sump Pumps failures can create unusually extensive water damage. Because power outages tend to occur in conjunction with a storm, there is the threat of the sump pump malfunctioning. Thus, rainwater filling your basement causing Water Damage.

Sump Pump Failure In Your Home?

Contact the professionals here at SERVPRO of Oldham/Shelby County to speak to a Mitigation Specialist. 502.241.6861

SERVPRO of Oldham/Shelby County also proudly serves Spencer, Trimble and Henry Counties.