High Quality Sump Pumps Installed

If your property elevations do not allow for a natural gravity flow from your drainage system, you will need a good, reliable sump pump to mechanically remove any water collected.

A good sump pump installation plan will include battery backup sump pumps incase the primary unit fails or in the case of a power outage.

Types of Units

Sump Pumps are usually sold according to the horsepower of the motor. Units will come in sizes like ¼ hp, 1/3hp, ½ hp and the like. While the size of the motor counts, a more important factor to a sump pumps usefulness, is the Gallons per Hour that it is capable of pumping out. For instance, ½ horsepower units can remove 3,000 gallons per hour to 7,500 gallons per hour; a great variance. Your local B-Dry Dealer can help you choose the best sump pump for your situation, and can provide first-rate installation as well.

Battery Backup Sump Pumps

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There is a wide variety of units and systems to deal with power outages. Inverters are one choice. An inverter can power your regular unit by converting automobile size batteries into AC current. Another option is to look at battery backup sump pumps. These units can range in size from 400 gallons per hour to 3,000 gallons per hour. There are charts available to help you figure out how long you can expect your sump pump to run on a full charge. These units come with an automatic batter charger to recharge your batteries after use. A good battery backup sump pump can really save you when you loose power.

Generators

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Gasoline or propane generators are another option to deal with power outages. Gasoline powered units are typically started manually and you have to be there when the power goes out to start it up. A better choice is to get a propane powered generator with automatic start-up. These units will start automatically when needed. There is no need to worry when you’re on vacation or away from home. The unit will start by itself. These type units will also start and run automatically to test the unit and charge the battery. These units are the ultimate in any back up sump pump installation you are contemplating.

Your trained local B-Dry representative can help you choose the proper unit for you particular situation. Click on our free estimates button to find a B-Dry dealer near you.