Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...

Q With the fast thaw and spring rains, our sump pump is running frequently. The discharge just goes to a place in the yard. Is that acceptable? Where should a sump pump discharge?

Our basement has only flooded twice in 15 years. Would it be wise--or a waste of money--to install a sump pump? This is a matter of personal preference, and depends on the cost of installing the sump ...

At almost every home inspection with a sump system, I end up recommending some type of change for safety, performance, or both. Here are five common sump system defects, in no particular order. This ...

Zoeller has made high-quality, reliable products for over 70 years, and this highly regarded submersible model was an easy choice for our best sump pump. The cast-iron body and corrosion-resistant ...

Sump pumps are essential to keeping your house dry and free of mold and mildew. They come to the rescue for emergency flooding and for groundwater that threatens the basement and foundation. The ...

Water levels are high in the region and Environment Canada is forecasting more rain and snow in the days ahead, which means now is a good time to make sure your home's sump pump is in good working ...