Winston-Salem, NC a city in Forsyth County has a population of about 229,617, and is a fairly quiet community without any major problems to report of. However, that doesn't mean its homes are problem-free when it comes to moisture, mold, and water damage. Winston-Salem homes' basements can be inundated with water throughout every season of the year, whether it's from rain or melting snow. So, you need to be sure that the sump pump under your home is working like it should so that you don't have problems in your basement or crawl space.
Preventing Sump Pump Failure in Winston-Salem, NC
You need to have your sump pump inspected a few times every year to make sure it's working like it should. You can actually do this on your own by pouring some water in the sump pit until the pump begins to cycle. It only takes a couple of minutes and is a very easy thing to do. Don't wait for the waters to come in to find out if your pump is working or not! If you are uncomfortable with this, just call Seal-Tite and we can send a professional to your home to take a thorough look at your sump pumps.
The average life of a sump pump is 10 years, so if yours is older than a decade, it is best to have it replaced ASAP. Also, it is a good idea to have a battery operated back up sump pump installed to make sure you have a second line of defense in case the first pump stops working because of mechanical failure, or if the power goes out during a storm.
To help you replace and install your sump pump (whether primary or back up), call Seal-Tite today!