Sump Pump Basics for Homeowners Setup, Float Settings & Backup Power Explained

Описание: A properly working sump pump is the heart of your basement waterproofing system — especially in Southeastern Wisconsin, where clay soils, heavy rains, and power outages can quickly turn a small issue into a flooded basement.

In this full-length guide, Dan McCoy explains how sump pumps work, the role of the float, how far water should discharge from your home, why battery backup systems are essential, and the common mistakes homeowners make that put their basement at risk.
00:00 – What a Sump Pump Is & How It Works
00:22 – Proper Water Discharge: How Far Is Enough?
00:44 – Why You Need a Battery Backup Pump
01:48 – How Sump Pump Floats Work (and Why You Shouldn’t Adjust Them)
02:47 – When to Call a Plumber or Add a Second Pump

If you live in Milwaukee, Wauwatosa, Menomonee Falls, Brookfield, Mequon, Oak Creek, Whitefish Bay, Bayside, Shorewood, or anywhere across Southeastern Wisconsin, this video will help you understand your system and prevent costly water damage.

McCoy Contractors has been Wisconsin’s trusted basement and foundation repair experts for over 65 years. If you have sump pump questions, leaks, or water concerns, call: (262) 781-4045
or visit McCoyContractors.com