"JES Foundation contracts all their electrical work out to Root Electric. In the process of installing my new sump pump, back-up sump pump, and sump pump alarm system, it was determined that a new dedicated outlet could not be created due to my existing electrical panel being too small. Thus, I needed to get an electrical panel upgrade. Through JES Foundation, a date and time was arranged to have my new electrical panel upgrade installed. The lead Root electrician Andrew, and his assistant Andy, dd a terrific job installing the new upgraded electric panel. They were both very friendly, efficient, and professional. Andrew afterwards walked me through everything that was done, and answered any questions that I had. They also cleaned up afterwards very well. I highly recommend Root Electric and JES Foundation to anyone who needs their expertise."
"Pure Water Pure Air LLC did an initial installation a year of a HomeGuard Water Softener which has worked out very well. They recently completed an inspection and tuned the system and helped educate us on proper use. Responded quickly, knowledgeable, patient and polite and most importantly professional. We'll definitely use them in the future and recommend them to friends."
Benjamin Franklin Plumbing is a trusted leader in the industry, known for exceptional customer satisfaction. With over 30 years of experience, we prioritize efficiency, quality, and timely service. Serving all of Winchester and surrounding areas, our expert plumbers handle repairs, installations, replacements, and maintenance for residential properties.\n\nOur team is licensed, qualified, and thoroughly screened for your peace of mind. We arrive in fully stocked vehicles, resolving 90% of issues on the first visit. Whether it is routine maintenance or a major remodel, we are equipped for the job.\n\nExperience reliable plumbing that stands the test of time. Contact us today- because If there is any delay, it is you we pay!
"I found Casco on Angie's List and called them on a Monday. Casco plumbing technician came to the house the next day and did an excellent job repairing the broken water line. He also checked to be certain there were no more water leaks in our house. I highly recommend Casco for All plumbing needs. I had them return on a different day to work on replacing our sump pump and improving our sump pump location. I am planning on having them return to install new toilets and plumbing fixtures in my bathrooms. Nmttp"
Steve Norfolk (owner) installed a new sump pump and backup battery in February 2013. We have not had a moment's trouble in three years. We recently had a power outage and things continued to work well. Since it was the first time we had to rely on the backup battery, I wasn't familiar with the change in pumping sounds, etc and worried that all was not well. I called, spoke with Mary and requested if they could come back out and check my system. Steve came out to the house, took a careful look at everything, explained (again) what to expect and what to look for in the future (i.e. - when the battery was showing signs of needing to be replaced.) He was extremely patient and thorough, and did not charge me for his time!
I cannot recommend this company highly enough - they are professional, thorough, patient and most importantly, stand behind their work and customers no matter the length of time.
"Hired to take a look at our sump pump battery that wouldn't stop beeping at us no matter what we did. They fixed it, and showed us why we should really replace our pump with something higher quality and less shoddy. We decided to upgrade and they installed within 2-3 days of that decision. Great work!"
"AHC teams are, simply put, just incredible! From the beginning, when their electric side helped plan everything out, to their incredible roofing team, to the electric install - all very professional, friendly, and knowledgeable. Every question I asked was thoughtfully answered, and every concern given deliberate attention. Thank you, very much!"
Sump Pump Installation questions, answered by experts
The most common cause of a clogged sump pump is natural debris buildup. As water enters the sump pit, it can carry small pieces of debris that build up over time, or the debris can get caught in the filter. If you forget to cover the pit after cleaning the sump pump and pit, debris can also collect in the pit. Corrosion on the metal discharge pipe can also clog the pump. Additionally, if your pipes freeze, it can prevent water from draining properly and cause a clog.
Some sump pumps are powered by water rather than electricity. Water-powered sump pumps generally use one gallon of city water to pump out two gallons of water from its basin. Therefore, if you're looking at a potential 10,000-gallon flood, your sump pump will need to use 5,000 gallons of city water to prevent it.
A sump pump should be placed at least three feet deep in a pit. The rim of the sump pump basin should be level with your basement floor. If you find your pit is too deep, you can fill the bottom with gravel until the rim of the sump pump is flush with the floor.
Sump pumps prevent basement flooding, reduce humidity, and protect against water damage.
A sewage ejector pump is necessary if you have any plumbing fixtures, such as a bathroom, laundry room, or sink, located below the level of your home's main sewer line. Standard plumbing relies on gravity to drain wastewater and solid waste into the municipal sewer system or a septic tank. For fixtures below this level, like those in a basement, gravity cannot move the waste upward. The ejector pump provides the force needed to pump the sewage up to the main line. Without one, wastewater from below-ground fixtures would back up, potentially causing a sewage overflow and flooding. If all of your plumbing is on the main floor or higher, gravity is sufficient and an ejector pump is not needed.
The Cross Junction, VA homeowners’ guide to sump pump installation services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Sump pump replacement costs depend on the type of unit you have and the cost of labor, which varies by region. Read on to find out more about what to expect.
Sump pump battery backup costs depend on the type and the design of the system purchased. Follow this guide to learn how to budget for your backup battery.