Moisture can cause a number of problems to your home, from mold to wood rot. Keeping that moisture out is essential if you want your home to remain safe to live in. Sump pumps can help you achieve this goal, and your local plumber from Waialae Plumbing & Construction in Honolulu, HI, is here to explain why.

What Is a Sump Pump?

Sump pumps are small and typically installed in basements or crawlspaces beneath a home. The sump pump’s job is to prevent flooding and keep that space dry. During heavy rains or if a pipe in the home bursts, water flows to the sump pump, which is housed in a specially constructed pit, via drains or natural migration, like a sloped floor. The sump pump then pumps the water out of the pit and away from the house.  

Why You Need a Sump Pump for Your Home

Few homes in Hawaii have true basements. But most have a crawlspace or what many refer to as a walkout basement. In either case, there’s a risk of these areas beneath your home flooding. Even if you don’t experience flooding, a minor leak could lead to major problems as well.

Flooding can damage your belongings as well as the structure of your home, resulting in costly repairs and major expenses to replace any items lost. If not dealt with properly flooding and minor leaks can both cause mold and mildew, both of which are hazardous to your and your family’s health.

Having an experienced plumber install a sump pump can ensure you avoid the serious and costly damages moisture can cause in your home. A sump pump can protect the structure of your home, your belongings, and—most importantly—your family’s health.

If you want to install a sump pump, or if you have one that needs repairs, contact the licensed and experienced plumbers at Waialae Plumbing & Construction. They’re also experts in leak detection, so if you have a moisture problem but aren’t sure where it’s coming from, they can find it. They also have an emergency plumber on call 24-hours a day should you ever need them. For a complete list of plumbing services, visit their website, and give them a call at (808) 735-8595 to schedule a plumber.