Spring rains can quickly overwhelm a basement if your sump pump isn’t ready. This essential device pumps water out of your basement or crawlspace, keeping your home dry and protected against water damage. A working sump pump can save thousands in flood repairs and mold remediation. To keep your sump pump running efficiently, it’s crucial…
It is easy to forget about the outside and the maintenance that is necessary. Sadly, some homes are not built the way they are supposed to be and are slowly sinking and moving to the side. When there is poor outdoor drainage, it only causes damage to a home. What does poor outdoor drainage look…
Michigan winter is here! As we look outside at the first major snow of the season, it is a reminder to make sure that your plumbing is up to snuff, so that you do not end up with frozen or bursting pipes leading to the mess and expense of a flooded home. Snow and freezing…
Your sump pump is essential in preventing flooding from heavy rainfall or storms. The pump is usually located in the basement in a designated hole, or sump, because that is the first place groundwater will appear before it reaches the first level in your home. If your pump fails, you could be at risk for…
A sump pump is used to remove water from basements and crawl spaces. It helps to keep these areas dry to prevent flooding, mold growth, and water damage. A sump pit is constructed that connects to the pump. The pump provides the motion that carries water out of the pit and away from the foundation…
Putman and Son’s Plumbing now offers a new and much improved sump pump switch! The failure rate is much lower than the standard switch. The switch functions like a washing machine switch; incredible! It is set outside of the water, so it’s not in the harsh environment and therefore, lasts a lot longer. Contact Putman and…
