What happens when a sump pump stops working during heavy rain? A malfunction can lead to basement flooding and costly repairs ...

A sump pump keeps basements dry. It's absolutely essential if your basement floor pad was poured close to the natural water table. Installing one is pretty simple, but requires some forethought.

Installing a basement drainage system is filthy ... unfinished area of the basement so you can have easy access to the sump pump. If you never plan on finishing the basement, locate the basin ...