Why sump pumps matter in Edmonton
Most homes built in Edmonton since the late 1980s have weeping tile around the foundation connected to a sump pit, instead of draining into the city sewer. That means your sump pump is the only thing standing between groundwater and your basement. In newer communities like Windermere, Ambleside, Summerside, Ellerslie, The Meadows, Rosenthal, Griesbach and Heritage Valley, pumps can run constantly during the spring melt.
Signs your sump pump needs attention
- The pump runs constantly, cycles on and off every few seconds, or never seems to run at all.
- Loud grinding, rattling or humming without pumping.
- The pump is more than 7–10 years old.
- Water sits high in the pit, or you've had a wet spot along the basement wall.
- The discharge pipe froze or iced up last winter.
Pump failed and the pit is rising? Call (780) 996-7950. We carry replacement pumps on our trucks. In the meantime, check the breaker or GFCI outlet the pump is plugged into; a tripped outlet is a common cause.
Our sump pump services
Replacement and upgrades
We install quality submersible pumps sized to your pit and the water volume your home actually sees, with a new check valve so pumped water doesn't flow back into the pit.
Backup systems
Summer thunderstorms and power outages often arrive together. A battery backup pump keeps the pit dry when the power goes out or the main pump fails. We also install high-water alarms, including Wi-Fi alarms that text you when you're away.
Discharge lines that don't freeze
A frozen discharge line in January means the pump runs against a blockage until it burns out. We route discharge lines with proper slope, use freeze-protection fittings at the exterior, and direct water well away from the foundation, in line with City of Edmonton lot drainage rules. Never connect a sump pump to the sanitary sewer (floor drain or laundry tub); it's not allowed and can overload the system.