If you need to replace your sump or if you are selecting a sump pump for a new sump installation, there a number of factors you need to consider.

A sump is a pit or basin beneath the basement floor where water can collect. This water will typically have seeped into the basement after a hard rain.

Types of sump pumps:

• Pedestal sump pump – an upright electric pump with its motor at the top that is not supposed to get wet
• Electric submersible sump pump – made to work under water
• Water-powered pump – works by hooking a valve into the city water supply
• Batter-powered pump – usually used as a backup

You also need to consider the capacity of waterflow you need and how far the water will need to be lifted.

For more information, Bob Vila has a great article entitled “Selecting the Right Sump Pump”.