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What should I do if my sump pump fails during heavy rain?

By Bob Millaway, South Jersey Community Expert & REALTOR®

Call a plumber for emergency service. In the meantime, use a backup sump pump if available, or a wet/dry vacuum to remove water as it accumulates. If the power is out, check if the pump needs resetting. Move valuables off the basement floor. Consider a battery backup sump pump system for future storms.

Why It Matters

A failed sump pump during heavy rain can flood your basement within minutes, causing thousands in damage to belongings and structure.

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