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8 Sump Pump Maintenance Tips

Whether it’s the height of spring storms in Crete, IL, or a dry summer day, you want to know your sump pump is always ready to work when you need it the most. Don’t wait until a storm hits to find out your sump pump isn’t working! Instead, reach out to the pros at Reid … [Read More]

The Role of Sump Pumps in Flood Prevention in Crete

When a flood hits and floods your basement, you could end up with everything from foundation damage to mold and mildew problems. Don’t get caught unprepared! A simple sump pump in Crete, IL plays a crucial role in flood prevention and safety. Learn more about the benefits of sump pumps and how they protect your … [Read More]

Sump Pump Installation: Everything You Need to Know

When the heavy rains roll in or there’s a flash flood, is your home prepared? A sump pump can keep your basement and crawl space dry and ready for an emergency. The team at Reid & Pederson Drainage can install your sump pump in Crete and continue to maintain it or make repairs to keep … [Read More]

All About Ejector Pumps

If you have a bathroom located in your basement, then you most likely have a basement ejector pump, too. The main purpose of basement bathroom plumbing with an ejector pump is to pump wastewater from bathroom drains out and away from your home. Read on to learn why ejector pumps are a necessary item to … [Read More]

The Difference Between Sump Pumps & Ejector Pumps

If your home has a basement, there’s a pretty good chance it contains a sump pump (or two) and/or an ejector pump. Both of these types of pumps are important components of your home that keep water out of your basement and keep it dry. Although they both work in similar ways, there are differences … [Read More]

Sump Pump, Battery Backup, or a Home Generator?

How to Find the Right Combination To Prevent Basement Flooding If your home has a basement, there’s a pretty good chance it has an electric sump pump or two in it. A sump pump operates by mechanically pumping rain and groundwater away from your home so it doesn’t enter your basement and cause flooding. Since sump pumps … [Read More]

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