Kensington, CT -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/26/2019 -- Each spring, the professionals at Riley Plumbing & Heating receive numerous calls from homeowners who have sustained damage to their basement, foundation, or structure of their house due to an improperly functioning sump pump. Now, the sump pump installation experts serving Hartford County, CT, are advising homeowners to get their pumps inspected this year to protect their homes from the flooding of the yearly spring thaw.
There are a few things that homeowners can do to ensure their sump pump is working properly. First, they should check to see that it has power running to it. They should also make sure the pump is upright and the ball moves freely. Additionally, they should pour water into the sump pit and wait to see the pump activate and discharge the water.
If a home's sump pump runs constantly, it may be undersized or might have obstructions in the discharge pipe. It could also mean a switch is malfunctioning and needs to be replaced. For pumps that don't turn on, the water levels could be too low, or there could be a lack of power from a blown fuse or tripped breaker.
Other sump pump issues will require the expertise of a professional. With a proper inspection and maintenance appointment, many features of the sump pump will be checked, including the backup power, alarm, discharge location, cover, check valve, and several other components of the device.
Individuals who would like to enjoy the peace of mind that their sump pump will function adequately during the spring thaw should contact Riley Plumbing & Heating for sump pump maintenance in Hartford County, CT, and the surrounding areas. Their team provides homeowners with the confidence that basements and crawl spaces throughout the area will be dry all season long.
For more information or to schedule an appointment, call Riley Plumbing & Heating at 860-225-1534 or visit https://rileyplumbingcompany.com/ today.
About Riley Plumbing & Heating
For more than 30 years, Riley Plumbing & Heating has offered their community the best HVAC and plumbing services from the most highly trained plumbing and heating technicians. Serving the Kensington, Connecticut area for all residential and commercial needs is their number one priority. Riley Plumbing & Heating is proud to serve their community and stay up to date with the latest technology to provide only the best services. Learn about what sets them apart on their website: https://rileyplumbingcompany.com/.