Sump Discharge Lines
Where does your sump pump take all the water that it pumps out of your basement? Ideally, that water should be carried up and out of your house to a place where it won’t seep back into your foundation; that is the main goal of a sump discharge line. If the line is too short or leads to a place where the ground slopes toward your house, the water will end up right back in the sump pit where it started, overworking your sump pump and increasing your risk for a basement flood.
The best sump discharge line placement is different for every home; many factors, such as landscaping, yard slope, and more, must be considered. Additionally, the line must be correctly sized and designed to prevent clogs and freezing. Luckily, our expert technicians at Universal Plumbing & Sewer have years of experience and know what to look for, and we can help you determine the perfect solution for your home that will keep the water out for good. We’ll streamline the process, so you don’t have to worry!
Your sump discharge line doesn’t have to be an unsightly pipe pouring water all over your yard either. We can install the line underground without disturbing your existing landscaping features. And if you have a drainage ditch or storm drain nearby, we can route the line directly to it. There are plenty of options for you to choose from that will work with your landscaping.
It is illegal in most areas to have your sump pump discharge to the municipal sewer system since the addition of groundwater into the sanitary sewer can easily overwhelm the water treatment facilities during a storm and cause the sewers to back up (read more about that here). If your sump pump is hooked up to the sewer, don’t be afraid to call us! We’ll fix it and help you develop a landscape-friendly solution that is 100% safe and legal.
Sump Discharge Line Camera Inspection
A camera inspection of a sump discharge line is a great way to make sure water can flow freely out of your home to your assigned destination. A plumber can diagnose exactly what is going on in a sump discharge line by viewing through a cable line camera with a monitor. Some discharge lines have calcium build-up, root intrusion, or other issues that can cause a back up in your basement. A camera inspection and discharge line locator is the most efficient, cost-effective way of diagnosing the exact issue. As a professional plumbing company, we carry our own portable sewer camera and locating equipment, the perfect job apparatus. Our expert technicians will be able to pinpoint the source of any issues and the problem's location. With this knowledge, we will recommend the best, quickest, and most cost-efficient repair required if any.
At Universal Plumbing and Sewer, we have developed a reputation in the Oakland and Macomb County, MI area for excellence in all plumbing related matters, and sewer line repair is no exception. For more information, a free quote, or to hire our plumbing services for any plumbing problem you are experiencing, give us a call at 586-459-0040.
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