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Expert Sump Pump Repair and Replacement in Albany

You likely don’t think about your sump pump until it rains hard. Then you expect it’s draining properly so your Albany basement doesn’t take on water.

Sump pumps can stop working for several different reasons.

We’ve seen it all. If your pump isn’t working properly, call the Experts at Roland J. Down Service Experts to fix the problem.

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Some Likely Causes of Sump Pump Failure

Sump pumps can quit running for a few different reasons, like:

  • Power loss
  • Lack of maintenance
  • The unit is too small
  • Sloppy installation
  • Frozen or blocked drain lines
  • Age (the average expected life span is 10 years)

We’ll take a look at your pump during our visit and provide preventive maintenance suggestions, helping make sure your sump pump won’t stop when you need it most.

Sump Pump Maintenance Checklist

There are a few simple things you can do to make sure your sump pump is primed for efficiency.

  1. Check that the cord is in decent shape.
  2. Plug it into a GFCI outlet in the event of power surges.
  3. Check that the pump is positioned correctly and not leaning to one side as this can cause the pump to not turn on when instructed.
  4. If the pump hasn’t been on recently, drop a bucket of water into the pit to check the pump starts and removes the water quickly.
  5. In dry weather, remove the sump pump and clean the grate on the bottom since it can pull small stones into the grate over time.
  6. Check the discharge pipe’s vent hole is clear.

Trust Roland J. Down Service Experts for Your Sump Pump Needs

Because your sump pump is a kind of security to defend your home from water damage, look to the Experts at Roland J. Down Service Experts to make sure yours is taking care of business.

We’ve got the knowledge—whether you need sump pump repair or sump pump replacement. Plus, all of our services are supported by a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee for a year. Talk with an Expert at 518-417-2938 or  schedule an appointment online.

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