How often should sump pumps be replaced?
My house is about 4 years old and I was just wondering if there is a recommended periodicity for changing out sump pumps? My current sump pump has no back-up power which concerns me. Just last night we had storms with heavy rain and winds; luckily the power stayed on but the prospect of flooding because the sump pump has no power concerns me. I will definitely get a pump with back-up power when I do replace the current one.
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Your sump pump should last for many more years. You can add battery backup power to your existing sump pump. Here is two resources for you to consider:
https://resources.secamerica.com/how-to-add-a-battery-backup-to-an-existing-sump-pump
https://www.familyhandyman.com/plumbing/sump-pump-backup/
Replace the sump pump when it fails. No need to replace something that is working. Battery backup pump is takes over on power loss or main pump failure. I have a battery back up pump. Can run for about six to eight hours on a fully charged battery.
Get a gas generator as back up electricity. Your sump pump should last years.