Sump Pumps Toronto

Residential Basement Sump Pumps

Many homeowners forget the importance of installing and maintaining a sump pump(s). A sump pump is your home’s final defence against intruding water and can be a key factor in keeping your basement dry.

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Sump Pump Installation
Sump Pump Maintenance
Sump Pump Repair
Sump Pump Replacement

Our waterproofing professionals will get the job right, the first time. If you are currently experiencing sump pump issues, basement drain issues, general waterproofing issues, or want to be proactive and install a sump pump, give Nusite Contractors a call.

Nusite Contractors Ltd. is here to help you avoid costly water damage in your basement or crawl space. Nusite is Toronto’s water damage and foundation repair expert! We have proudly been serving GTA homeowners for over 30 years.

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What is a Sump Pump?

A sump pump is a naturally constructed pit that is installed at the lowest part of your home. Its purpose is to collect and remove all the water that passes through your foundation walls.

How Does a Sump Pump Collect Water?

A sump pump is connected to two sets of pipes. The first pipe is called weeping tile, and it sits at the footing of the home (The base of your foundation walls). Weeping tile collects water through small perforation and directs it to the sump pump. The sump pump then stores that water and uses a second pipe to push it outside of your home.

Once the seeping water is a safe distance away from your home’s foundation it is removed via a storm drain, dry well, drainage ditch, or a low-lying area of the property.

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How Do I Know if my Sump Pump is Broken?

Key signs of a broken sump pump are:

A Musty or Damp Smell in your Basement
Visible Mold or a Mold Smell
A Stuck Float Switch (Inside your sump pump basin)
A Loud Sump Pump or Loud Sump Pump Noises
Your Sump Pump is Not Running

Remember: Sump Pumps are connected to pipes that run outside of your home. Toronto’s cold weather CAN freeze external pipes. A frozen external pipe can cause major damage to your sump pump and waterproofing system.

It is very important to consistently check your sump pump throughout the winter.

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Sump Pump Battery Backups

Sump pumps are a great tool used to keep water out of a basement. The purpose of a sump pump is to collect and force seeping water out of your home. By installing a sump pump you increase the opportunity of maintaining a dry basement.

That being said, sump pumps are only beneficial when they are working, which is why Nusite Contractors Ltd. offers battery backup systems.

Installing a battery backup system for your sump pump provides a second layer of protection in case of a power outage.

Nusite Contractors Ltd. can install a battery back up system during the initial sump pump installation process or at a later date.

Many homeowners overlook the battery backup system due to the initial increase in cost. However, a battery back upsystem for your sump pump is always a good idea as it will reduce the chances of expensive water damage issues in the future

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Sump Pump FAQ

Is a sump pump necessary in Toronto?

During heavy rain or excessive melting snow, both of which Toronto regularly experiences throughout the year, sewers can become overloaded, and that is when a working sump pump is necessary to keep your basement dry and sump pump empties. While the city of Toronto is working hard to improve its complex underground system of pipes, sewers and catch basins, these improvements alone are not enough.

Homes built after 2017 are required to have a sump pump, but older homes may not have one. With the increase of heavier rains and snowfalls over the past few decades, it is essential for homeowners to invest in a good sump pump if they want to keep their basements dry.

Are sump pumps mandatory in Ontario?

Ever since 2017, sump pumps have been a requirement of the Ontario Building Code. As such, they are standard in all newly built homes.

How long do sump pumps last?

Even sump pumps aren’t immune to general wear and tear, and how long they last will vary. Generally, with regular maintenance, they will last around 7 to 10 years, but they could last longer.

Do sump pumps require maintenance?

Just like any other appliance in your home, regular maintenance of your sump pump can help extend its lifespan. You can do monthly inspections to make sure it is working properly by pouring water into the sump pump and watching to make sure it runs correctly. If you hear any odd or loud noises, contact a sump pump repair service, like our team at Nusite Contractors Ltd., right away to have your sump pump inspected before the next heavy rainfall.

How to tell when a sump pump is going out?

To help prevent a basement flooding due to a broken down sump pump, it’s important for any homeowner to know the early signs that their sump pump is going out or needs a sump pump repairs. These are the signs to watch for:

If your sump pump is making strange noises
If your sump pump is making a rattling or grinding noise
If the sump pump turns off and on instead of running continuously when it should be running (e.g., during heavy rainfall or melting snow)
If the motor is vibrating excessively
If you notice it leaking oil

If you notice any of the above signs that your sump pump system is beginning to fail, contact a sump pump expert right away.

Sump Pumps Toronto

Residential Basement Sump Pumps

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What is a Sump Pump?

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Sump Pump FAQ

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