Our Experts Will Install or Replace Your Sump Pump
Tennessee can be storm-prone, which also means it’s at a severe risk of flooding. When flooding occurs, your lowest levels are most likely to incur water damage. Especially if you have a low-lying space in your home like a basement or a crawl space, a sump pump can flush out excess moisture and water, reducing the potential damage. Pioneer Heating, Cooling, Plumbing, & Electrical performs sump pump installation in Tennessee to help with this problem. Reach out to us by phone or online for an appointment.
How To Tell You Need Sump Pump Replacement
A sump pump that isn’t working correctly can be just as bad as no sump pump at all. When flooding hits, you’ll want to be prepared. Sometimes, repair can be sufficient. Other times, however, the best course of action is to replace your sump pump, entirely, with a new, working model.
Over 10 Years Old
A decade is about the average lifespan of a sump pump. When sump pumps encroach on this age, they might start needing frequent repairs to keep working. At that point, it’s better to invest in a new sump pump rather than continuing to repair one that’s on its last legs.
Won’t Turn On or Is Always Running
A sump pump that won’t work at all is always a severe problem. You may be dealing with a broken or stuck float switch, an impeller that’s jammed, a serious motor problem, or a loose electrical connection. You’ll likely be looking at the need for sump pump replacement in these circumstances.
When your sump pump never stops running, that’s also a serious issue. Your float switch can also be the culprit in this case. Whether this can be solved with repair or if replacement is necessary will need to be determined by our team at Pioneer Heating, Cooling, Plumbing, & Electrical.
Vibrates & Makes Strange Sounds
Pay attention to sounds like rattling, vibrating, grinding, or banging. Rattling can indicate loose components. Grinding can mean a motor or impeller problem. Banging can signal a check valve that was not properly installed. Vibrating or humming tells you the pump isn’t level with the ground below or is otherwise unbalanced. Some of these issues are severe mechanical problems that are difficult to fix in isolation. Our team will let you know if replacement is warranted.
Cycles Irregularly
The float switch or float valve can be the cause between irregular cycling, especially if other symptoms are also present. When these components experience problems, replacement may be your best option. Contact us at Pioneer for a determination regarding whether your float switch or float valve can be fixed.
Pump Is Clogged
Sump pumps are prone to capturing debris and build up, leading to clogs. When clogs occur, the impeller fan can be damaged. If you keep operating your sump pump with a damaged impeller, that can lead to additional damage so severe that sump pump replacement is the only option.
Water Pit Is Empty
An empty water pit is likely the result of incorrect sump pump installation. When this is the case, our team will replace your sump pump, installing it the right way so your water pit fills like it should moving forward.
Why Should I Get Sump Pump Installation?
You should get a sump pump installed because Knoxville can get an average of around 50 inches of rain per year, sometimes leading to flooding. If your home is in danger of flooding, your sump pump will kick on and remove the water and moisture from your basement or crawl space, reducing the likelihood of water damage. Water damage can be expensive to fix, and lead to mold and mildew growth if left untreated for long.
Schedule Installation or Replacement
When you need sump pump installation in Knoxville, Nashville, and more, reach out to us at Pioneer Heating, Cooling, Plumbing, & Electrical. Get in touch with us by calling us directly or filling out our online contact form on this website. We’ll answer any questions you may have and schedule your service appointment.