Sump Pump Installation Calgary

There's no denying the bare facts—floods are right up there among the most common and the most damaging causes of property damage in Canada, and Calgary is certainly no exception. It's absolutely devastating to discover that your basement and everything contained within is sitting in several inches or feet of murky, destructive flood water, and it can have serious long-term consequences for the structural stability of your home. Prevention is undoubtedly the best cure, which is why property owners in flood-prone areas should seriously consider sump pump installation. Calgary homeowners and business owners can get some peace of mind knowing there's a measure of protection in place to prevent the worst from happening and keep the basement dry.

If you are looking for ways to prevent basement flooding, or you have a sump pump that is past its prime and needs replacement, call the team of experienced Calgary plumbers at Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Calgary for help. We have many years of experience with projects such as sump pump installation, and we can get your installation taken care of efficiently and effectively, with long-lasting, safe results.

Our Reliable Calgary Sump Pump Installation Service

As we all know, water tends to pool at the lowest possible point—and all too often, the lowest point in a residential or commercial building is the basement. Sump pump installations correct that problem because it's not just a pump, it's also a sump pit (sump basin) that forms the new lowest point in the building. When water gets inside your home, its first stop is the sump pit. As water levels begin to rise in the pit, the sump pump detects it and automatically turns it on, removing the water from the pit before it can overflow and cause expensive water damage from basement moisture buildup. In that sense, sump pump installation in Calgary is a preventative measure that guards your home by getting rid of water before it has a chance to destroy your belongings and compromise the structural integrity of your building. Additionally, it backs up your exterior perimeter drains (also known as French drains) by pumping away stormwater, protecting your home’s foundation from potential flood risks.

When you call us for sump pump installation, our team of plumbers will start by visiting your property to consult with you and find the right location for the sump pit, which will typically be the place in your basement where flood waters are most likely to settle at the lowest point. When it's time to begin, we'll start by cutting through the basement floor and digging a hole for the sump pit. We'll then install the pit itself before putting it in the pump and hooking it up to an electrical connection. We'll also install a pipe from the pit to a safe point outdoors, typically at least 10 feet away from your foundation, so there's a way for water and effluent to be removed by the pump.

There are multiple types of sump pumps to choose from when it's time for sump pump installation in Calgary. However, submersible sump pumps are the most common and reliable options, so they are the ones our Calgary plumbers recommend. Submersible pumps, as the name suggests, are located at the bottom of the sump pit. They activate when they become submerged in water, removing it from the pit via the discharge pipe (a PVC pipe). Other options include water-powered and battery-operated sump pumps, but as those choices are less reliable than submersible pumps, they are generally recommended only as backup options in case your submersible sump pump installation fails.

Mr. Rooter Plumbing: The Right Choice for Experienced Plumbing Services in Calgary

Are you searching high and low for the right plumber to handle professional sump pump installation in Calgary? Homeowners and business owners alike can count on the reliable team of service professionals at Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Calgary. As a locally owned and operated business, we are proud to support the people of our local community with experienced, dependable workmanship combined with a respectful customer service experience.

We do much more than just Calgary sump pump installation service, including tankless water heater and hot water tank installation, backflow preventer installation, drain line repair, leaking pipe repair, and many other reliable plumbing services. Our local experts are fully licensed and insured and are familiar with building code requirements as well as plumbing safety codes.

Get in touch with us today to chat with our friendly customer service staff about the services we offer or to book a plumbing service appointment at a time that's convenient for your household.

Frequently Asked Questions About Sump Pump Installation in Calgary

If you need to know more about sump pump installation in Calgary or you have questions about our other experienced plumbing services, give us a call anytime to speak with our customer service staff and get all your questions and concerns addressed quickly and easily. You can also find our replies below to a few of the questions we are commonly asked by homeowners and business owners about Calgary sump pump installation.

How Do I Know If I Need Sump Pump Installation in Calgary?

The biggest factor that should have you seriously considering sump pump installation in Calgary is whether your home has flooded in the past. If your home or business suffered from water incursion during the heavy flooding in 2013 when the Bow and Elbow Rivers burst their banks, for example, there's absolutely no doubt that you need sump pump installation as it's only a matter of time until it happens again. There are also some other indications that your property is exposed to a higher risk of flooding, such as simply being situated in a low-lying area rather than significantly uphill from rivers and other bodies of water.

That being said, it's really important to keep in mind that being up on top of a hill does not mean your house is impervious to flooding. Overland flooding can occur anywhere due to excessively heavy rainfall or even intense snowfall followed by a rapid warming period, such as a chinook. When it comes to sump pump installation, Calgary plumbers and water damage restoration professionals will generally tell you that it's better to be safe than sorry.

Do Sump Pumps Still Work in Power Outages?

This is a good question to ask because flooding caused by heavy storms can come hand in hand with a power outage that could render your sump pump installation useless. Submersible sump pumps do require electricity to operate, so they will not function if you're not getting any power to your home. This is a big reason why we often recommend battery backup sump pumps. They are installed alongside your regular submersible sump pump and will turn on if the water level nears the top of the sump pit and your submersible has not kicked in and begun to do its job. Battery backups run on batteries of course, so they do need to be regularly maintained and have the batteries changed to make sure they're still a viable backup solution in a power outage, but they're a good extra measure to give you peace of mind that you won't be left with a wet basement if the power goes out during a severe storm.

Can Calgary Sump Pump Installation Be Done in a Finished Basement?

Certainly! Every basement should have a dedicated utility area where all the main plumbing, electrical work, and HVAC are placed in the same spot. That’s the ideal place to install your basement sump pump system.

How Long Does It Take for Sump Pump Installation in Calgary?

While sump pump replacement is generally not a very lengthy task, it's a different story with sump pump installation. Calgary plumbers have to actually dig the sump pit before they can install the pump itself, and that can be a time-consuming process, depending on the thickness of your basement floor. That being said, you can generally expect the entire Calgary sump pump installation to take around six to eight hours, barring any unforeseen complications. Before the actual day of the installation, we'll need to visit your property in person to evaluate the basement, decide where the sump pit should go, and take some measurements. Regardless, count on our experienced team to work efficiently without cutting corners to ensure the job is done correctly the first time.

How Do I Test My Calgary Sump Pump Installation to Make Sure It's Working?

Once we've completed your sump pump installation in Calgary, we'll do a quick test to ensure it's working properly. Testing is easy, and it's a good idea to test it yourself once or twice per year. All you have to do is get a bucket of water and pour it into the pit—the pump should then activate and remove the water through the discharge pipe. If that doesn't happen, there's a problem, and you should give us a call so we can take a look and get it back in perfect working order before it's needed in a flood situation.

Protect Your Property From Serious Flood Damage - Get Expert Sump Pump Installation in Calgary!

You've made the decision—sump pump installation in Calgary is the right move to keep your property safe from a destructive, stressful flood. The next step is to call the team of professional plumbers at Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Calgary. We take pride in serving our city with the highest standards of quality workmanship and reliable, genuine customer service for a worry-free, 5-star experience.

Do you live in Calgary or the surrounding area? We proudly serve our neighbors in Altadore, Elboya, Lincoln Park, and beyond. Request a job estimate today and get started!