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Sump pump system in basement with drainage pipes and bucket, illustrating plumbing solutions for water removal and flood prevention.

Get the Home Ready for Spring With Sump Pump Service

Understanding Sump Pumps

The house is the dividing line between home and nature. The home's features, like the roof and siding, are constantly fighting off the elements to keep families safe from bad weather and flooding. Dealing with spring rains is a big job for the home, and the roof gets most of the credit. However, other systems help protect the foundation from damage and flooding in homes with features below grade. 

Sump pumps are specialized pumping systems designed to remove rainwater that threatens to cause damage to the home. These types of pumps sit in special basins that collect rainwater and pump it away so water doesn't back up into the home. The basins are always a part of a system of drains that shunt unwanted water to the pump for removal. Without these systems, basements and crawl spaces can flood, and the foundation can shift, causing damage to the home. 

Benefits of Having a Sump Pump System 

When rain falls near the home, the drains collect the water and feed it to the basin using gravity. This stops water from pooling around the home. As the water is pumped away, the home's foundation stays dry, preventing two major problems. First, when the soil around a home becomes soggy, it is soft. Soft soil can shift the foundation of the home, damaging walls and roof lines. Secondly, excess water can back up underneath the home, especially when basements and crawl spaces are present. The standing water can attract termites as well as mold and fungus. 

Sump pumps deal with excess water quickly. Instead of allowing the home to become subject to problems like foundation damage and mold infestation, the home will stay safe and dry. 

Types of Sump Pumps Available

Submersible and pedestal sump pumps displayed side by side, showcasing options for managing excess water and preventing foundation damage in homes.When choosing a sump pump, the options are fairly easy to understand. With a simple explanation, most homeowners can immediately make an educated decision about the type of sump pump they want to protect their homes. The two most common types of sump pumps available are: 

  • Pedestal Sump Pumps: These pumps utilize a dry motor that turns an impeller using a long shaft. Pedestal sump pumps are louder but also cheaper. 
  • Submersible Sump Pumps: Submersible sump pumps have the pump and motor as a sealed unit inside the sump basin. They operate quietly and reliably, but they are more expensive to install. 

How to Test the Sump Pump 

Person pouring water from a bucket into a sump pump basin, demonstrating testing procedures for sump pump functionality in a basement setting.Not every home needs a sump pump, but for those that do, they are an essential kit for keeping the home protected. To test the sump pump to make sure it is ready for spring rains, simply fill the basin with water. If the float switch cycles the pump and drains the basin, the pump is ready for the season. If the pump fails to activate, it may be a good idea to call a professional plumber for sump pump repairs. 

What Is About Plumbing Inc.?

About Plumbing Inc. offers home and business owners friendly and professional plumbing services. They take the time to inform their clients of their options before they make repairs. Call today for plumbing service in Jefferson County, MO. 

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What Is Sewer Video Inspection Service?

Common Sewer Camera Inspection Services Questions 

It's probably no surprise to anyone to hear that sewer lines are buried underneath the dirt and slab of their homesite. While this is the best place for them, accessing them for repairs and inspections can be difficult. Indeed, one of the biggest problems that has always fallen to plumbers is figuring out how to accurately diagnose sewer line problems when they can't see them. 

Until recently, inspecting sewer lines wasn't something that could be done. With modern technology, plumbers can now make accurate and detailed inspections of sewer lines regardless of how deep they are under the dirt and concrete of a home. To accomplish this, they use devices called sewer inspection cameras. Here is a quick guide to sewer inspection services and why they can be helpful. 

What Is a Sewer Inspection Camera?nbsp;

Technician holding a sewer inspection camera monitor displaying a close-up view of a sewer pipe, illustrating modern plumbing inspection technology.Sewer inspection cameras are marvels of modern technology. Combining the utility of a pipe snake and the up-to-the-minute information of high-definition cameras, these devices make inspecting hard-to-reach spaces simple. 

A sewer inspection camera is a large tool in a specialized case. The device consists of a long cable reel wound on a spool. A camera and LED are at one end, while the other end plugs into a small LCD screen. The camera is inserted into sewer pipes at inspection cleanouts and fed into sewer lines with suspected problems. As the camera travels down the pipe, the technician can look directly at the pipe walls and look for signs of leaks or sewer line collapses.  

When to Call for Sewer Camera Inspection Service?nbsp;

Sewer inspection cameras are great equipment for diagnosing sewer line problems. However, their main drawback is that they can't find problems in sewer lines if the owner doesn't know when to call for service. Learning to spot the signs that sewer line damage may be present can help owners determine when to call for sewer camera inspection so problems can be found before they get more serious. Some of the signs that indicate sewer camera inspection is needed are: 

  • Frequently clogged toilets
  • Chronic sewer line clogs
  • Repeated service calls to get the sewer line snaked or hydrojetted
  • Wet spots on the lawn
  • Moisture problems in the floor above a buried sewer line
  • Bad odors in drains

Keep in mind that sewer cameras need clear pipes to accurately find problems. Often plumbers will clean sewer lines before using their camera so they can see in the sewer line. 

Benefits of Using Sewer Camera Inspection 

Close-up of a damaged sewer pipe filled with roots and debris, illustrating the need for sewer camera inspection to diagnose plumbing issues effectively.The main benefit of paying for sewer camera inspection is that it can save much money if sewer line repair is necessary. Allowing a plumber to attempt sewer line repairs with nothing but a hunch about the problem is foolhardy and expensive. With sewer inspection services to pinpoint the source of problems, homeowners can get their sewer lines repaired more quickly at a lower cost than conventional repairs. 

What Is About Plumbing Inc.?

About Plumbing Inc. handles sewer video inspection and drain cleaning for residences and businesses. The latest technology allows them to quickly and precisely find sewer line problems to minimize invasive repairs and downtime. Call today for professional sewer solutions in Jefferson County, MO.

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