Water does not care that it is below freezing outside. When it needs somewhere to go, it will push, pool, and pour until it finds a path. If your sump pump discharge line freezes solid in the dead of ...

Flooded basements are a homeowner's worst nightmare. This preventative task doesn't take long, and it typically only needs to ...

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Our basement has only flooded twice in 15 years. Would it be wise--or a waste of money--to install a sump pump? This is a matter of personal preference, and depends on the cost of installing the sump ...

Discharging a sump pump into the city's sanitary sewer system is a big 'no-no'. While this might seem like an easier and more attractive option than running a discharge tube from the sump pump to the ...

FARGO — With the onslaught of freezing temperatures in the metro, officials with the city of Fargo are asking residents to remain aware of their sump pump discharge. "Excessive sump pump discharge ...

GLENDALE -- Heavy rain can cause issues for your sump pump -- and so can sub-zero temperatures. FOX6 News on Tuesday, January 19th tagged along with a plumber responding to calls he only gets when ...

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FARGO — As temperatures drop below freezing, the city of Fargo is urging area residents to be mindful of sump pump discharge. In a press release, the city said discharge from an improperly placed sump ...

FARGO, N.D. (Valley News Live) - The City of Fargo is reminding residents to be mindful of their sump pump discharge during freezing temperatures. Officials say excessive sump pump discharge from an ...

(MENAFN- Clever Dude) If you hear that relentless hum, step outside and inspect the end of the discharge line for ice buildup. 2. Water Creeps Back into the Sump Pit A properly functioning discharge ...