Homes that have extra, unused basement space have a readymade renovation project just waiting to be started. Turning a ...

CR tested popular brands of sump pump backup systems to find the ones that will keep your basement dry in the worst weather conditions. Ad-free. Influence-free. Powered by consumers.

They require a separate atmospheric vent that supplies replacement air when the pump activates. Every gallon of water pumped out of the sump must be replaced immediately with a gallon of air.

Zoeller's sump pump, a locally-produced cast iron product, replaced a plastic one. With the new pipe cut, it's simple swap. Water gurgled in the pump's pit as the new assembly went in.

SAGINAW, Mich. (WNEM) - With continuous rain on Wednesday, sump pumps across mid-Michigan are working overtime. If your sump pump is working like it should, water should stay away from your basement.

The Consumer Reports sump pump backup system buying guide covers the types, features, and other must-know topics about sump pump backup systems.

A sump pump takes the water that surrounds your basement and pumps it up from underneath the ground. Chris DeVore, general manager at ACE Waterproofing and Basement Solutions, explains a sump pump.

Benefits Of Closing Foundation Vents In Winter . Closing or covering vents in winter will keep your crawl space a little warmer and help protect pipes from freezing.Closing vents also removes easy ...

Sump pumps are a critical part of home maintenance, especially if you have a basement or live in an area prone to heavy rain or snowmelt. They prevent flooding by pumping excess water away from ...

With so much snow on the ground, Monday's mix of rain and above-zero temperatures are a weather combination that should have homeowners paying attention to potential water infiltration problems.

Monitoring a sump pump might seem extreme, but as a system that often protects against catastrophic damage, the responsible homeowner strives to take care of it. [Felix] ...

Questions about sump pump discharge and inquiries about permits can be directed to the Water Reclamation Department at 701-461-7867. WANT TO READ MORE? SUBSCRIBE FOR THESE AND OTHER EXCLUSIVE STORIES ...