Stop Basement Floods with a Sump Pump Installation

A sump pump installation is the smartest move you can make to stop floods before they even start. Trust us, this is one home upgrade that’s way more than just peace of mind—it’s a flood prevention game-changer.

Why You Need a Sump Pump 

Living in Oregon means you’re basically living in a rain cloud for half the year. Without sump pump installation all that rainwater is just going to hang out in your crawl space, making a mess of your foundation and giving mold a cozy home to grow.

Here’s the thing: A sump pump removes excess water from your basement. No more soggy carpets, mold, or musty smells. Here’s why every homeowner needs one:

  • Keep Your Basement Dry: No water, no worries. A sump pump makes sure that excess rainwater doesn’t take over your space.
  • Protect Your Foundation: Constant moisture can crack and weaken your foundation. Sump pump installation helps keep it strong and intact.
  • Save Your Stuff: Basements often hold valuables like photos, family heirlooms, and maybe even that giant collection of vintage comic books you’ve been meaning to protect. A sump pump keeps them dry and safe.

How Sump Pump Installation Works

Okay, so you’re convinced. But how does sump pump installation actually work? Glad you asked. Here’s the short version:

  1. Pick the Right Pump: Not all sump pumps are created equal. You need one that can handle the volume of water you might deal with. (Pro tip: Always get a professional’s advice on this.)
  2. Dig the Pit: A nice little hole will be dug at the lowest point of your basement or crawl space to catch all the water that tries to sneak in.
  3. Install the Pump: Once the pit is ready, the pump gets installed and connected to a discharge pipe, which sends all that water away from your home. Bye-bye, water!
  4. Test Run: Your new sump pump gets tested to make sure it’s ready to tackle any rainstorm.

Let Us Install Your Sump Pump

You might be tempted to go the DIY route to install your sump pump. And hey, we get it—you’re handy. But here’s the deal: we’ll get it done right, the first time.

  • Perfect Spot: We’ll ensure the pump is the right size for your space and is placed in the perfect spot to catch all the water.
  • Avoid Rookie Mistakes: Trust us, messing this up could lead to more flooding. It’s worth letting us handle it.
  • Long-Term Peace of Mind: With proper installation, you won’t have to worry about your sump pump quitting mid-storm. Plus, we’ll show you how to maintain it so it keeps doing its job.

Signs You Need a Sump Pump…

Still on the fence? Here are a few signs that you probably need sump pump installation, like, yesterday:

  • Your basement’s been flooded before. If you’ve had a flood in your basement, you’re already behind. Don’t wait for round two.
  • Moisture or water pooling around your foundation. If you’ve got dampness in your basement, that’s a red flag.
  • Heavy rain turns your yard into a swamp. If your yard’s flooded after a storm, it’s only a matter of time before your basement follows suit.

Don’t Wait for the Next Storm—Install a Sump Pump Today

Let’s not wait for the next big downpour to remind you that your basement is a disaster waiting to happen. Lucky for you, we have a sump pump service plan for only $99 a year

Ditch the soggy basement and the worry that comes with it, give us a call. We’ll get that sump pump in and keep your home in Oregon high and dry, no matter what Mother Nature throws your way.

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Dylan Milroy – Co-Owner

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From start to finish, Better Basements and Waterproofing was great to work with. I found everyone to be customer focused. They were amazing in answering all my many questions.
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Timely. Communicative. Flexible. Quality.
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Brian Eubanks
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Great service and friendly staff. People were on time and really helped when I had questions. Job was quick and was cleaned when it was finished. Thank you.
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These folks are awesome to work with. Hyper punctual, knowledgeable, and flexible. Not pushy at all and seem to simply want your water problems to go away. I don’t feel their techs would offer or recommend doing anything they wouldn’t do to their own homes.
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Kathleen Jones
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Courteous and friendly and did everything they needed to do in our crawlspace. Also kept dirt and dust down to a minimum and tried to keep the costs down. Would highly recommend!
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Tim Barbknecht
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Knowledgeable, friendly, no “up sales” just honest assessments. I will hire these guys when I’m ready.
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Highly professional company. Highly recommended
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Tyler Buschman
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These guys are pros. They replaced old vapor barrier and insulation in the crawl space and installed a sump pump and fan for our house. Everything was done in a timely matter and looked great. I can now sleep with peace of mind. Would definitely recommend to anyone needing work done beneath their home.
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Ryan James
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Team was super responsive and great ! We had crawl space encapsulation and also some foam spray done, with sump pump and dehumidifier. I thought they did an awesome job and really helpful throughout the process. Highly recommend !