I am looking at a home to purchase. It is 19 years old and seemed to be in great shape. I am concerned however with the basement and I am hoping to get some insight here. There are 3 sump pumps in this basement. Two weeks ago, one of the pumps failed to operate and the basement flooded. The current owner fixed the problem with the pump and all seemed fine. Two days ago, on a return visit to the property, I notice water on the floor again. The owner assured me all three pumps were in working order, yet he made some passing comment that occasionally, there will be some water seepage into the basement during heavy water events outside. He tried to make light of it, but then again, he is trying to sell this house. Although I am not concerned about the presence of three sump pumps. I am, however concerned about the following: 1. With three pumps working, water still seeps into the basement. 2. When one pumps fail, the other two can not keep up. Could it be these pumps are simply undersized, or could there be a more serious issue that should make me run away from this house? Thanks for any advice.

I have a sump pump already installed and have decided I need a battery backup. I can find all the packages that have everything included and also the seperate batteries. What I can`t find is the kit that will hitch the battery and the pump together without having to buy another pump. Any ideas on where to find these kits ? Thanks,Ajay