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How To Measure Your Home’s Water Pressure
Before you install a Water Commander™ water-powered sump pump, it’s a good …
Why Is My Sump Pump Not Working?
If your primary sump pump is not working, it’s important to diagnose …
How to Prevent Basement Flooding
Suffering from a flooded basement is exhausting and can cost you thousands …
Battery Backup Sump Pump Troubleshooting Guide
If your battery backup sump pump isn’t pumping correctly, we’ve assembled this …
My Battery Backup Sump Pump Alarm Won’t Stop Beeping (Fixes)
There’s nothing more annoying than waking up in the middle of the …
Sump Pits: Introductory Guide
The sump pit (also known as sump, sump basin, or sump well) …
Water-Powered Backup Sump Pumps: Ultimate Guide
Over the past several decades, backup sump pumps powered only by your …
Best Water-Powered Sump Pump?
Water Commander™ water-powered sump pumps are significantly better than any other water-powered …
How to Test Water-Powered Backup Sump Pumps
If you’re wondering how to test a water-powered backup sump pump, the …
Pros and Cons of Water-Powered Sump Pumps
If you’re considering a water-powered backup sump pump, it helps to know …
How Do Water-Powered Sump Pumps Work?
When people first hear about water-powered backup sump pumps, they immediately have …
How Much Water Does a Water-Powered Sump Pump Use?
A very common question people ask when they learn about water-powered backup …
Why Independent Discharge for Your Backup Sump Pump Is Best
When you install a emergency backup sump pump system, you have to …
How Long Does a Backup Sump Pump Battery Last?
We have talked with hundreds of homeowners over the years who have …
Water-Powered vs Battery Backup Sump Pumps
If you are a homeowner looking to purchase a backup sump pump …
Why You Need a Backup Sump Pump
A primary sump pump is the first line of defense against basement …