How Long Should My Sump Pump Last?
By: Shopify API
This question comes up all the time. The average life expectancy of a sump pump is 7-10 years. However, this depends on many different factors. How often the pump runs, debris in the water, the quality of the pump, and insufficient voltage are a few of the factors that can affect the life of your pump.
The table below lists common troubleshooting symptoms, probable causes, and corrective actions. You will see a few causes that will indicate that it is probably time to replace your pump.
Symptom |
Probable Cause(s) |
Corrective Action |
Pump won’t start or run |
Blown fuse |
Replace with a fuse of proper size |
Low line voltage |
If the voltage is under the recommended minimum, check the size of the wiring from the main switch on the property. If OK, contact power company. |
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Defective motor |
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Defective float switch |
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Impeller is bound. |
If the impeller won’t turn, remove the lower pump body and locate the source of the binding. |
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Float is obstructed. |
Remove the obstruction. |
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Pump starts and stops too often. |
Backflow of water from piping |
Install or replace the check valve. |
Faulty float switch |
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Pump won’t shut off. |
Defective float switch |
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Restricted discharge (obstacle in piping) |
Remove the pump and clean the pump and piping. |
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Float obstructed |
Remove the obstruction. |
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Pump operates but delivers little or no water. |
Low line voltage |
If the voltage is under the recommended minimum, check the size of the wiring from the main switch on the property. If OK, contact power company. |
Something is caught in impeller. |
Clean out the impeller. |
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Anti-airlock hole is plugged. |
Turn off the pump, clean out the anti-airlock hole, and restart pump |
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Pump makes strange noises |
Worn or damaged parts |
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Pump vibrates excessively when running |
Bent or damaged impeller |
Click here to read a blog on sump pump maintenance: Simple Sump Pump Maintenance
Click here to see a video on our YouTube channel: 6 Things Sump Pump Owners NEED to Know
Do you still have questions or concerns about your sump pump? Call us today at RC Worst & Company for any of your sump pump questions.
