Shelby Mechanical, LLC

They absolutely do install shut offs for washers. Call for an estimate, they're free, and the tech can answer any questions you might have and offer options regarding the job.

The point of discharge to the end of the pipe can be any length you want, as long as your property has a downward slope. However, this is subject to engineering requirements for size and drain capacities for your area.

First, locate the sump pump in your crawlspace or basement. There will be a pipe coming vertically out of your sump pit. Follow this line as far as it goes — it will eventually go through an outside wall. Go to this spot outside your home and then trace it to the end. If the pipe goes underground, you can run a hose into your sump pit, which will cause water to go through the sump pump and flow through the discharge line.

Ideally, you will want your sump pump discharge line to be below the frost line for your area. In areas where the frost line is very deep (for instance, five feet), it is recommended that the discharge line be run as deep as possible, with an air gap installed at the point of discharge. This helps prevent the discharge line from burning up from an ice blockage and allows water to overflow into the ground around the discharge line.

It is recommended that your sump pit be cleaned out at least once a year. It is common for mineral build-up, sand, and other debris to collect in your sump pit, which can eventually cause your sump pump to stop working. This also can shorten the life of your pump.

The type of sump pump you need is not dependent on the size of your basement. Instead, it is based on the amount of water it needs to remove. For clients who always have a wet basement, a stronger sump pump is necessary. The more water you have to deal with, the highest the horsepower you will need. For more information, please contact us today at 586-726-9444.

Depending on your location, your sump pump may kick on two or three times a day, but your sump pump should not always be running. If this is happening, it may be indicative of a more significant problem.

No, your sump pump must discharge to the exterior of your home and not into the sewer system. This minimizes the pollution of waterways and prevents the treatment facility from being overwhelmed.

Ten (10) feet is the minimum distance your sump pump should drain away from your house, but the farther from your foundation, the better.

A sump pump is installed at the lowest point on a home and works to channel groundwater into the drain system. The sump pumps are triggered by a float switch and prevent excess water from building up in your home.

A sump pit is an area where ground and rainwater from around the foundation of your home collects and is then pumped away into a drain outlet to prevent water damage.