Have a sump pump in floor of basement. It was installed at time floor was poured so drainage pipes empty into it. I assume it is a standard sump installation. Last week the pump failed and my basement was about 1 inch underwater because of all the rain we had. The water came through the expansion joint in the 2 slabs of poured concete. I guess the pump usually handled this water. My question is, what would be the best method to back up the new sump I just put in? Certainly do not want the same thing to happen in the future. Right now the basement is unfinished but I plan to finish soon. Can a back up pump get tied in somehow without cutting into the cement? Some other method? Any suggestions appreciated.

 

Had a similar problem several years ago. I bought a 9V battery powered alarm that would go off if the water level in the pit got too high. Also bought a second pump and stored it in my shop in case the pump failed in the middle of the night when stores weren't open.

Bruce

 

Thanks for the idea Bruce.

 

They also make a "back-up" sump pump that has a battery back up and can be installed in conjunction with your main sump. They carry it at HD, I believe it is called the "Basement Watchdog". This would give you the added security of not having to replace the pump in the middle of the night.

Good Luck!

 

Good to know Aligni. In fact, going there on lunch break and will check it out. Thanks.