Signs you need one
- Water that sits for days or weeks after rain
- Water every rainy season
- Drain pipes with nowhere to empty
Sizing a pump for Battle Ground rain
With more than 52 inches of precipitation in an average year, some Battle Ground crawl spaces see a lot of water during long wet spells. A pump that's too small can run constantly and wear out early; one that's oversized can short-cycle. We size the pump based on how much water the crawl space is taking in, how far and how high the water needs to be pushed, and the length of the discharge line. We'll also talk about how you'll know if the pump stops working, and backup options for when the power goes out during a storm.
What we install
- Basin at the low point
- Pump sized to the water
- Discharge routed away from the house — not onto your neighbor's lot
- Lid and barrier sealed around the basin
Often paired with drainage
In many Battle Ground crawl spaces, water collects in more than one place. Drain pipes bring it to the sump.
What affects the scope in Battle Ground
- Water volume
- Pump size
- Discharge in a subdivision
- Drain pipes
- Backup
Neighbors and discharge
On smaller lots, discharge needs to go somewhere that doesn't create a problem next door. We plan it with that in mind.
Questions from Battle Ground homeowners
Is a sump pump enough on its own?
When water collects at one spot, a sump on its own handles it. When it spreads across the crawl space, we add drain pipes that carry it to the sump.
Where will the water go in a subdivision?
We plan a discharge route that keeps water away from your home and neighbors.
How do I get an estimate?
Getting started is easy. Call or text (360) 470-4956, or fill out the form on this page. We'll learn what's going on beneath your home, schedule a time to take a look, and give you a straightforward sump pump estimate.