Waste lines from a sewage ejector or sump pump use a check valve to stop wastewater from flowing back into the basin. When ...

What happens when a sump pump stops working during heavy rain? A malfunction can lead to basement flooding and costly repairs ...

A sump pump keeps basements dry. It's absolutely essential if your basement floor pad was poured close to the natural water table. Installing one is pretty simple, but requires some forethought.