Debbie Wolfe is an author and content creator. In addition to being a contributing writer at Forbes, she writes for other leading online home improvement, DIY, and garden media outlets and online ...

But that may be the case if your home’s sump pump is disabled by a power failure, a mechanical breakdown, or simply an overwhelming amount of water. That’s why it’s wise to have a backup system ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Electrical supply is a weak point for sump pumps since pumps need electricity ...