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How to Test your Sump Pump Before Storm Season Arrives

Sump pumps spend a lot of time idle, waiting for basement flooding to hit – but when it does, you need it to be in perfect working order to properly protect your home and belongings. Here’s how to test your sump pump, from our  basement waterproofing team in Monmouth County NJ. Do a visual inspection of the pipe:  Look for the pipe that transports the water from the pump to the outside outlet and check it for clogging, dirt, debris and damage. You can clear debris by hosing water through the pipe, but any damage means it should be replaced. Check the electrical supply:  Your sump pump will have two plugs into the outlet. The pump cord plugs into the back of the float cord plug. Simply remove both plugs and plug only the pump cord back in. This should cause the pump to start running, which is exactly the result you want. Don’t forget to put both plugs back into their original position. Check the sump pump operation:  Just because the sump pump runs, doesn’t ...

What to Do During an Emergency – Flood and Storm Survival Tips

Heavy rains and strong storms put our homes and businesses at risk each year – here are some tips from our  basement waterproofing team in Morris County NJ  on how to prepare for flooding and stay safe. What to do Before the Storm  Before storm season, have your basement evaluated for seepage and structural issues to reduce the risk of flooding and water damage. Clear gutters and downspouts and cut tree branches away from your roof and walls. Call your insurers and make sure that your policy covers flood and storm damage sufficiently. Test your sump pump to ensure it is in good working order and install a back-up source of energy to run it if the mains go down. Stay tuned to your local news broadcaster to get up-to-date information on storm and flood activity in your area. Pack a bag with all your essentials. Along with warm clothes, remember to pack medication, important documents, a first aid kit and bottled water. Ensure that your documents are in a wate...