Your sump pump is an essential tool for any Florida home. Lakeland, FL, like most of the state, has a low water table and that means the ground level is around the same as the water level. Places like basements and garages are prone to floods when the water level gets too high.
With a sump pump, you can keep moisture out of your home from the low water table or the humidity and transport it away from your home, something that’s essential year round but especially during hurricane season.
How a Sump Pump Works
A sump pump is a device that can be installed in your home with an area for water collection. The unit itself collects water from the space and transports it into this basin. There is a float switch inside the basin that does exactly what the name suggests: it floats. Once the water level reaches the switch, that gets activated and all the water from that basin gets transported through hoses outside of your home.
When your sump pump stops working, it might mean the float switch doesn’t activate so the water doesn’t get transported out or that water isn’t being collected at all. In either situation this puts your home and your property at risk for water damage.
If you suspect there’s a problem with your sump pump, Call The Punctual Plumber for a sump pump repair in Lakeland, FL.
Top Signs You Need a Lakeland, FL Sump Pump Repair
So what are the signs that indicate a problem with your sump pump?
- The first is when your sump pump stops turning on entirely. Now, this might require that you go down to your basement or you check on it from time to time but if it’s something you can hear when it activates, you might notice that there’s a problem because you haven’t heard any activation. In the worst of cases, you’ll notice that your home is a little damp and it shouldn’t be.
- The second is when your sump pump is running constantly, something called cycling. If it is frequently running, and you hear it sending water away from your home at a rate that doesn’t match the amount of water that’s being collected, there could be a problem.
- The third is when you look at the unit and you see signs of things like rust or you know that your unit is old. If, for example, you have moved into a new home in Lakeland, you might not know how old the sump pump is, but we can help you determine whether it’s time to get a new model.
Contact The Punctual Plumbers today for your assessment
Types of Sump Pumps We Repair
At Service Minds Benjamin Franklin, we employ local plumbers who can offer sump pump repairs on the two common types in Florida: pedestal sump pumps or submersible sump pumps.
When you call to make an appointment, we will ask a few key questions to help determine which model you have if you don’t already know.
No matter the model, we will arrive with a service vehicle complete with the common replacement parts and professional tools needed to facilitate a fast, reliable repair.
Sump Pump Repair FAQs
How long does a sump pump repair take?
Submersible sump pump repairs can take a little bit longer given that we have to access them but the repair timeline is based on the issue. We will go over the projected timeline before we get started on any project.
How long does a sump pump last?
If you maintain your sump pump regularly they will typically last around 10 years but we can help you schedule regular maintenance after your sump pump repair in Lakeland, FL to ensure that lifespan.
Will my flood insurance cover a sump pump repair?
If you have flood insurance as part of your Florida homeowners insurance policy, you’ll need to contact your insurance provider to see if the cause of the sump pump damage is covered by your policy.