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Anyone who has a basement sump pump understands the importance of proper sump functionality to keeping a basement unit free from flooding.The sump pump is simply a pump that moves accumulated groundwater out of the home. They are usually installed in basements or crawl spaces and reside in sump pits. Sump pumps are necessary for homes that sit above a high water table or have frequent basement flooding issues. When groundwater starts to accumulate underneath the home, it will inevitably rise and put pressure on the concrete floor. Digging a sump pit in the earth gives the groundwater another path to travel, the path of least resistance. As the water moves into the sump pit, the sump pump ejects that water out of the home. You may know that your home basement has a slight flooding problem but what if you do not know how to install a sump pump or sump pit This blog will walk you through the process step-by-step. (more…)