How Long Should My Sump Pump Last?
August 23, 2018
By: Shopify API
This question comes up all the time. The average life expectancy of a sump pump is 7-10 years. However, this depends on many different factors. How often the pump runs, debris in the water, the quality of the pump, and insufficient voltage are a few of the factors that can affect the life of your pump.
The table below lists common troubleshooting symptoms, probable causes, and corrective actions. You will see a few causes that will indicate that it is probably time to replace your pump.
Symptom
Probable Cause(s)
Corrective Action
Pump won’t start or run
Blown fuse
Replace with a fuse of proper size
Low line voltage
If the voltage is under the recommended minimum, check the size of the wiring from the main switch on the property. If OK, contact power company.
Defective motor
Replace pump
Defective float switch
Replace the float switch.
Impeller is bound.
If the impeller won’t turn, remove the lower pump body and locate the source of the binding.
Float is obstructed.
Remove the obstruction.
Pump starts and stops too often.
Backflow of water from piping
Install or replace the check valve.
Faulty float switch
Replace the float switch.
Pump won’t shut off.
Defective float switch
Replace the float switch.
Restricted discharge (obstacle in piping)
Remove the pump and clean the pump and piping.
Float obstructed
Remove the obstruction.
Pump operates but delivers little or no water.
Low line voltage
If the voltage is under the recommended minimum, check the size of the wiring from the main switch on the property. If OK, contact power company.
Something is caught in impeller.
Clean out the impeller.
Anti-airlock hole is plugged.
Turn off the pump, clean out the anti-airlock hole, and restart pump
Pump makes strange noises
Worn or damaged parts
Replace pump
Pump vibrates excessively when running
Bent or damaged impeller
Replace pump
Click here to read a blog on sump pump maintenance: Simple Sump Pump Maintenance
Click here to see a video on our YouTube channel: 6 Things Sump Pump Owners NEED to Know
Do you still have questions or concerns about your sump pump? Call us today at RC Worst & Company for any of your sump pump questions.
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