Basement Drainage – YorkshireBasementSystems

There are well over 550,000 cellars in England; the vast majority of which have just the walls and floors alone providing a barrier between the ground and internal spaces. Thus making these subterranean structures susceptible to a range of problems, including high risks of damp and water penetration. The changing weather patterns in the UK have exacerbated basement water problems through increased risk of flooding in low lying properties, and periodic increases in the water table in many areas. There are approximately 2 million properties in England and Wales in areas at risk from surface water flooding, and a few hundred thousand properties in the UK at risk of groundwater flooding.

If you suffer from a damp basement, have standing water or your cellar is prone to seasonal flooding, it can often be a major cause for concern. Finding the source of the ingress of water can often be a difficult, time consuming and expensive process, with no guarantees of accurately identifying the origins. If after common problems causing damp in basements have been checked and corrected, and your basement still suffers from water ingress, there is a solution!

The quickest and most cost effective way to remove excess water from your cellar, and prevent structural damage to the foundations is to install a basement flood pump, also known as a sump pump.

1. Keeps your basement dry to protect possessions against water damage Sump pumps automatically remove excess water from the basement when the sump pit starts to fill with water.

2. Stabilises the surrounding soil Often in areas where there are aquifers sump pumps are used to help stabilise the soil, which in turn helps stabilise the building itself.

3. Helps prevent mould and mildew Excess moisture, even if it is not causing direct damage to your basement, is a concern because it can lead to growth of mould and mildew. Mould and mildew are not only unsightly, but untreated can lead to both structural and health problems. Sump pumps remove the excess water that can cause mould and mildew growth

4. Adds value to your home Having a sump pump raises the value of your property because it shows potential buyers the property is structurally sound and that mould and mildew are under control.

5. You already have a sump pump, but it's more than 6 years old Sump pumps can last up to 10 years, but if your pump is older than 6 years it may be worth getting it replaced to ensure continued reliable protection of your basement

The Basement Flood Pump is an integral part of ANY basement waterproofing system that is installed because all water management systems direct the water to the pump which then physically removes it from the basement.

How it works

A basement flood pump is a small, robust water pump installed in the lowest part of a basement to drain water away from structural elements of a building.

The sump pumps are placed into specially constructed sump pits. The pits are usually 60cm deep (2 foot) and approximately 45cm in diameter (18 inches) to easily accommodate a submersive sump pump.

The water then flows into the sump pit either through specially engineered drains or by natural water migration. As the pit fills with water, a float switch is activated on the pump, which then drains the water through pipework into a main drainage system.

The Pumps We Use

Yorkshire Basement Systems carefully select the right basement flood pump for your requirements based on cellar size, quantity of water removal required, and pump efficiency.

All our basement flood pumps:

Are fitted with a removable inspection lid and drainage points for ease of maintenance

Are fitted with rubber fixings to reduce sound and vibrations

Have a durable cast iron core construction for increased lifespan

Have a single engine casing to maximise heat dispersal from the motor for increased reliability

Have a solid, rather than hollow float switch which prevents switch failure caused by water filling the float

Use a clog resistant screen-less design enabling silt to be pumped with ease

Top 5 Risk Factors For Basement Drainage Problems

Does your basement suffer from standing water, or seasonal flooding?

5 Reasons to get a Sump Pump

Dry Out Your Cellar

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The Solutions We Offer

Standard Sump Pump System

Battery Back-up Pump System

Pump Servicing & Maintenance

Imagine your basement water free