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Sump Pump Maintenance<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
Whether you have a residential or commercial sump pump system, one of the most effective methods of maintenance is to routinely inspect it to ensure it is still running and discharging water correctly. Although now is a good time to check this, it is also important to do this a few times a month. Furthermore, it is important to have your system professionally serviced at least once per year by a licensed Indianapolis plumber<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Right now, your duty is to ensure your sump pump is still\nintact and functioning properly. Some of the most common issues associated with\nmelting snow and sump pump systems involve check valves, downspout extensions, blocked\ndrainpipes, burst pipes, and more. Worst of all, plumbing and water leaks can\noccur in more serious situations, leading to flooding, mold, mildew, and of\ncourse, costly renovations and remediation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Check Valve<\/strong> – Ensure that the check valve is still fitted correctly. Check valves allow water to flow in only one direction, while preventing pumped water from returning back through the line. If water is returning back into the line, there is a problem with the check valve, which requires professional repair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Downspout Extensions<\/strong> – Check that the downspout extensions are still properly installed. Heavy snow and ice accumulation can knock drain and downspout extensions, as well as other plumbing materials, out of place. This can lead to water accumulation, which can affect your property\u2019s foundation and even lead to a mold outbreak.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Blocked Drainpipes<\/strong> \u2013 During the freeze and thaw cycles this time of year experiences, water within drain pipes can also freeze and thaw; but sometimes, the water does not thaw enough, thus causing an obstruction in the pipe. This is common during times of snow melt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For further details regarding sump pump maintenance and care, read our blog, “Top 7 Reasons Why Sump Pumps Break<\/a>” and learn how to protect your system, year-round.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Call Weilhammer Plumbing Co. Inc. at 317-784-1870<\/strong> when you need a licensed Indianapolis plumber you can trust for quality sump pump service and repair<\/a> at an affordable price. We use a comprehensive approach to plumbing diagnostics, with the help of state-of-the-art equipment and the latest technologies in the plumbing industry. Request a free estimate, today.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Now that the outdoor temperatures are fluctuating more and more, the snow accumulation is not sticking around as long. Everywhere you look, pavements, lawns, and more are soaking wet as if a long storm just passed through; but really, all … Continue reading After Melting Snow<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
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