06/05/2026
June brings warmer weather, but it also brings heavy summer thunderstorms and sudden downpours.
If your basement relies on a sump pump to stay dry, now is the time to make sure it’s actually working before the next big storm rolls through. A failing pump can lead to a flooded basement in a matter of minutes and cost thousands of dollars in repairs and damages.
Here is a quick, 2-minute test you can run today:
Check the pit: Make sure there is no debris, dirt, or gravel inside the basin that could clog the pump.
The water test: Slowly pour a bucket of water into the pit. The float valve should rise, the pump should turn on automatically, discharge the water quickly, and shut itself off.
Listen to the motor: If it’s making a loud humming or grinding noise but the water isn't moving, the pump needs attention.
Don't wait for a midnight storm to find out your pump has given out. If your system is old, making strange noises, or failed the bucket test, give Young Plumbing and Heating a call. We will make sure your basement stays dry all summer long!
www.youngplumbingandheating.com
