Glossary term

Sump pump

Pump system used when water or wastewater must be lifted to a higher discharge level.

Updated 2026-08-30

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Technical checkpoints

1drain and sewer levels
2risk of sewer backflow
3future inspection and maintenance
4intended use of the room

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Basement sump pump

Basement sump pump. Start by documenting drain and sewer levels, risk of sewer backflow and future inspection and maintenance. The purpose is to understand the building condition and constraints before choosing products, finishes or a work sequence.

Sump pump maintenance

Sump pump maintenance. Start by documenting future inspection and maintenance, risk of sewer backflow and drain and sewer levels. The purpose is to understand the building condition and constraints before choosing products, finishes or a work sequence.

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