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Nobody likes a flooded basement. Sump pumps sit in your basement or crawl space and drain water in order to prevent flooding. Keeping your basement dry however, can prove to be taxing on a pump over time.  Below are five reasons it might be time to invest in a new sump pump. Making weird noises If your pump is particularly noisy or making irregular sounds, it could mean a part is either damaged or broken. Sump pumps are relatively quiet when they are running properly, so unusual noises can be a sign it’s time for a new pump. A noisy pump can also be the result of an issue with the pump’s motor, so be sure to keep an ear open. Not so-good vibrations If your whole pump is vibrating, it could mean a damaged impeller. The impeller is the mechanism that draws water into the pump. Unfortunately, sometimes debris can get sucked into the pump as well, which could bend the impeller. Impellers are balanced specifically to reduce, wear on the shaft of the pump. They can prove difficult to properly replace so you may either want to call a plumber or replace the entire unit. Infrequent pump usage Limited use of a sump may reduce its shelf life. Be sure to test and clean your pump regularly between heavy rain falls in order to make sure all of the pump’s components are in proper working order. If your pump is running why don't you go catch it Alternatively, if your pump is constantly running, it could also shorten the pump’s service life. The most likely culprit of a  constantly running pump is likely a faulty switch. The float switch is responsible for turning the pump on and off. Sometimes during operation, sumps can shift around in their basins and the float can become inhibited, leaving the pump unable to turn off. Constant operation can lead to a pump burning itself out. Your pump may also not be able to handle the water load it's supposed to, which may lead to constant running as well. Father Time Even sump pumps aren’t immune to old age. The service life of a pump can vary due to several variables though the general life expectancy.  However, for most sump pumps, it is around ten years. Regardless of maintenance, testing, and cleaning, pumps experience wear-and-tear, and eventually they will need to be replaced. If your sump fails, don’t fret, because luckily PumpProducts.com carries a wide variety of the most reliable and trustworthy sump pumps on the market. PumpProducts.com sales specialists are standing by to help you find the right pump or part, as well as to provide price quotes, stocking availability, and shipping information. Call our toll free number 1-800-429-0800 to speak to an expert today.

PumpProducts.com is proud to announce that it has greatly expanded its selection of Grundfos centrifugal booster pumps to better service the domestic, commercial and industrial pump market. Grundfos centrifugal pumps are built with the famed Grundfos precision engineering, efficient pumping design and quality parts built to last. “Grundfos is well-known in the industry for making sophisticated pumps that operate in a smooth and simple manner,” according to PumpProducts.com application engineer Lee. “I’m glad we’ll have a lot of variety to offer to our customers, who often have demanding applications.” Centrifugal booster pumps are versatile pumps that use centrifugal force to move fluid in a wide variety of application settings. To that end, PumpProducts.com is now offering a wide variety of Grundfos centrifugal pump series. These series include: CR Series: Pump and motor which includes a variable frequency drive (VFD) for use in industrial processing systems, pumping of acids and alkalis, filtration systems, irrigation and water treatment. CR-H Series: Boosters for horizontal end suction design piping with a back pull out design for easy removal and service. TP Series: For quiet, high efficiency boosting applications. TPE Series: Vertical in-line pumps with a built-in frequency converter to offer the user his or her choice of controls. TPE pumps offer high efficiency operation and energy savings. Many other series of Grundfos centrifugal pumps are being added to the PumpProducts.com online catalogue as well. Each series features pump models with a wide range of specifications to meet specific customer needs. Here's a tip: use the handy sidebar filter tool to pick your pump based on your required horsepower, flow, head, voltage, discharge size or material construction - chances are there will be a Grundfos centrifugal to meet your needs. A plethora of options, truly a veritable feast for the discerning contractor, homeowner or general centrifugal pump fan. “It’s definitely a good time to look into Grundfos centrifugal pumps for your water boosting, treatment, irrigation or HVAC applications,” Lee said. PumpProducts.com sales specialists are standing by to help you find the right pump or part, as well as to provide price quotes, stocking availability and shipping information. Call our toll free number 1-800-429-0800 to speak to an expert today.