Residents to see increase in trash pickup fees Sep 3, 2008
Coffee said major park upgrades such as moving the electrical lines in Elgin Memorial Park, resurfacing the pool and upgrading the sump pump could run over 100,000. He added the city has presented a request for a proposal to SHW, Inc Architects (architects for the school district) to review renovations at the Morris Park building. (Elgin Courier, TX)
Hospitals use Katrina lessons ahead of Gustav Sep 2, 2008
The generators are protected with a flood wall and a sump pump to remove any water that seeps in. Don't Miss. (CNN -- Health)
Cambridge residents still recovering from June floods Aug 30, 2008
"It was like, 'Do you have a sump pump' or 'Do you need a hose, I have one if you need it' and everybody came around to help," Clark said. "It was pretty amazing to watch the community come together.". (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
'Oh, What a Summer' Aug 17, 2008
His father, Jason, stayed home to maintain a sump pump working overtime. Steve and Doris had lived in the house for 35 years before selling to their son and daughter-in-law. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Boone's sewer project gets good news from State of Iowa Aug 14, 2008
Both phases will also include reconnection of active laterals and services, plugging or abandonment of no-longer-used services and laterals, sump pump and footing drain removal, removal of storm sewer cross-connections and eliminations of storm sewers in poor conditions which could produce seepage into the sanitary system. The sewers to be replaced are currently vitrified clay pipe that is approximately 100 years old. (Mid Iowa Enterprise, IA)
Many things can fluctuate temperature Jul 25, 2008
When the power goes off and my sump pump stops during a storm, the house practically floods. What type of battery backup system should I use for the sump pump ... Complete battery-backup sump pump systems are available. (Carroll County Times)
Licensing contractors would help consumers avoid pitfalls Jul 13, 2008
If you hired me, you'd have only yourself to blame (I once installed a sump pump valve backward, so it was actually pumping water into my basement with great force). I've heard many stories in the last few months that make me wonder why this is so. (Albany Times Union)
Floodwaters tied to skin infections Jul 7, 2008
I put a sump pump in a back area that had some settled floodwater and pumped that into my high pressure washer. I drenched myself in that water for days while I was cleaning off their stuff, he said. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Autopsy: Bloomington man died as result of drowning Jul 6, 2008
He was attempting to fix a leaking sump pump, authorities said. McLean County Police Lt. Carl Boyd said Savage fell headfirst into the hole, which was about 3 feet wide and 2 to 3 feet deep. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Man dies after falling in water-filled hole in rural Bloomington Jul 4, 2008
A preliminary investigation by Coroner Beth Kimmerling has found that Savage collapsed while digging a hole in the exterior part of his home in an attempt to fix a leaking sump pump. An autopsy is scheduled for today. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Abington sewer trouble to slow down development Jul 3, 2008
The surge of water is caused by leaks in aging sewer lines and residents illegal sump pump and gutter connections. Before voting on the agreement, members of Borough Council asked to be reassured that all three municipalities will share the burden of fixing the problem. (Scranton Times, PA)
State of emergency lifted in Lethbridge flooding Jul 3, 2008
"It came so fast. The sump pump just stopped working." ... "Kishimoto, who lives with her husband, Tucker Hironaka, 87, called the police, who sent a private company with another sump pump to clean out the water."They handed us a bill for over $1,000 that we had to pay right now," said Kishimoto.The elderly couple also had a washer and dryer, a deep freeze, a photocopier and some motorized shop tools ruined by the water. They had to replace their hot-water tank and may need to have their furnace... (Canada.com)
Disclose, Disclose, Disclose Jul 2, 2008
Likewise, you can tell the prospective buyer that you replaced the roof, installed a new water heater, added wind shear protection or installed a sump pump in the basement, etc. Disaster prone states often require sellers to disclose information about the home's proximity to fire, flood, earthquake and other hazard zones. (RealtyTimes)
3 basements transformed Jul 1, 2008
A sump pump sends the water to a cistern in the front yard, where it's recycled for irrigation. "So we turned a negative into a positive by having the water go into the front garden," said Pollock, who followed the re-use-it concept by arranging empty whiskey bottles found in the basement into a ledge below a window. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
C.F.'s North Cedar School suffers little flood damage Jun 28, 2008
About three inches accumulated there, but Gersema said a small sump pump was enough to dry the area out. Superintendent David Stoakes said the district had also prepared for the worst at the new Lincoln Elementary, putting furniture and books on higher ground and bags of water softener salt on floor drains to keep any sewage backup out of the school. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Swamped: Nevada couple overwhelmed by water Jun 27, 2008
"The last two years have been unbelievable in terms of rain." Guess said what's going on in this particular neighborhood may be a beginning piece of what the city is looking into for the entire town - a sump pump, storm sewer program to get water in various areas of the city draining to the correct outlets. In time, he said, the city plans to unveil a program that will probably have a cost involved for many property owners. (Mid Iowa Enterprise, IA)
Fire Log, June 15 to June 21 Jun 24, 2008
8:33 a.m. A failed sump pump in a Claflin Street basement caused an alarm to activate. 12:09 p.m. There was a contained cooking fire in a Wilson Avenue residence. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Naturally Speaking: Relaxing to the sweet summer songs and sounds of nature Jun 21, 2008
It's only the sound of my sump pump pouring water almost nonstop into my rain garden area, though. Evening sounds include the last bird songs of the day, often given in a softer tone and with shorter phrases than their more exuberant morning songs. (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
Many victims of flood find they're uninsured Jun 20, 2008
Voss said her agency wants to make sure insurance claims for damage involving sewer and storm water backup or sump pump failure are paid if they are part of a homeowners' insurance policy. "That's some little comfort to some people if they didn't have flood insurance on top of that," Voss said. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Charleston council approves new sump pump requirement Jun 19, 2008
CHARLESTON The City Council on Tuesday approved a new requirement for sump pumps that discharge toward city rights-of-way, particularly storm sewers. The amended ordinance requires that these sump pumps discharge a minimum of 10 feet from the rights-of-way and run across natural ground before entering the rights-of-way ... Sump pumps that discharge directly into storm sewers would not be affected by this new requirement. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Many flood victims have no insurance Jun 18, 2008
Voss said her agency wants to make sure insurance claims for damage involving sewer and storm water backup or sump pump failure are paid if they are part of a homeowners' insurance policy. Voss is advising consumers with flood damage with no insurance to contact the federal programs and Federal Emergency Management Agency and apply for assistance through all of them. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Keosauqua community in 'wait-and-see mode' Jun 18, 2008
People who sandbagged around their homes continue to occupy them, and the latest reports note seepage, but nothing that can't be managed with a sump pump, Hranicka said. "We're holding our own and are hopeful for the future," he said. (Fairfield Daily Ledger, IA)
Flood cleanup continues to flow in Clarksville, Greene Jun 18, 2008
He'd had only a trace of water in his basement but was looking to screen debris for a buddy's sump pump. He also dropped off a pickup load of junk from various neighbors. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Heavy rains this past week Jun 16, 2008
" Indeed, Mark and Barb Hanna, 231 SW 8th Street were unfortunate to have to deal with a backed up basement drain which they discovered about 1 a.m. Friday. They had things under control by 3 a.m. Eric Lerdal discovered he had 2' of water even though his basement does have a sump pump. He started pumping out at 1 a.m. and by 10 a.m. the water was down to 2". However his front lawn was still flooded. (Ogden Reporter, IA)
Rolling with the deluge Jun 16, 2008
They are, as we speak, using a sump pump to drain the unwritten rulebook. As natural disasters go, floods in particular are hard to react to. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Flood hits home month after purchase Jun 15, 2008
After a frantic search for a Shop-Vac and portable sump pump, the water was winning. When sewer water started coming into the house, Watt said she knew she had to get the kids out. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Dear readers, Jun 13, 2008
We were happy to see the sump pump was keeping up with the deluge of rain that his us. We also stood at the sliding glass door and watched the small pea size hail bounce around in the yard as the lightning and thunder continued to rumble and roll across the sky. (Kentland Newton County Enterprise, IN)
Roads closed, pumps running Jun 11, 2008
Roads are closed, farm fields are flooded and sump pumps are running continuously as the floodwaters rise in Dodge and Jefferson counties ... The store started a two-page waiting list for customers needing sump pumps, drain hoses, squeegees and other items ... At 5 p.m. Saturday in one hour we sold eight sump pumps and since then it's been a mad house, Judy Lynch, store manager, said. (Watertown Daily Times, WI)
Mason Cityans return to mud-filled homes Jun 11, 2008
It came up through the toilet and the sump pump. She had about three feet of water in the basement. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
MIKE MOORE: Tourists tethered to town Jun 11, 2008
I posted a question to the Racine group, asking if adding a sump pump to an existing home is a cost-effective option. One person said extending downspouts and caulking was enough. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Lynn recovers: Jun 10, 2008
Meeks said he had 1 1/2 feet of water in his basement, and the sump pump quit. He had had the basement waterproofed, and thought that had solved the problem, but not with a rain like Wednesday's. (Winchester News-Gazette, IN)
Preston hit hard by floodwaters Jun 10, 2008
Mark and Nancy Berry s neighbors across the street live in the Twin Cities, so they called them and hooked up a sump pump to drain their basement while doing their own. It s a small town, Nancy Berry said. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Shelter welcomes evacuees, moves to Clear Lake Jun 9, 2008
We had a sump pump and a gas pump. But when we left the water was coming in through the walls. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Storms threaten local flooding Jun 7, 2008
VonEye also reminded Madison residents to discharge the output from their sump pumps into the storm sewer system, not the sanitary sewer sewer system. A city ordinance directs property owners to discharge all sump pumps into the storm sewer during warm months ... To do so, some homeowners only need to turn an outlet valve on their sump pump systems. (Madison Daily Leader, SD)
**BREAKING NEWS** Rising water chases Cambridge residents from their homes Jun 7, 2008
The home and garage were surrounded by 2 to 3 feet of water, and a sump pump sent a stream of water out of the basement ... " Matt Mitchell, of Maxwell, and Andy Smith, of Slater, two friends of the Hands, were taking a brief rest after three hours of work, helping to rescue property and get the sump pump going. Mitchell said that Hand lost a valuable automotive diagnostic tool when the garage flooded. "There must be at least 2 feet of water in there," he said. "But we think we've got the... (Mid Iowa Enterprise, IA)
Floodwaters drive residents from homes, strand others in their homes (10153) Jun 7, 2008
But 5-1/2 inches of rain fell in the early morning hours, their sump pump failed, and they found their basement carpet soaked at 6 a.m. Thursday, they said. The Dughmans got some of the water out with a Shop-Vac, but a crew from Lloyd's Carpeting Cleaning arrived later to finish the job. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
A long, winding, jarring road for repairs Jun 6, 2008
Cornelius, for example, has a sump pump in her basement to keep rising waters at bay. Other neighbors, she said, have had flooded basements for years. (Albany Times Union)
Rapid City's flooding issues mainly on north end Jun 6, 2008
As a result, the city reminds people it is illegal to run a sump pump into the sewer. Instead, people should direct the water out into the street or into a yard. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Council hears good news on possible population growth Jun 4, 2008
In other business Tuesday, the council approved a sump pump discharge ordinance that would require water to be discharged into a storm sewer, ditch, creek or detention basin within 150 feet of the property accessible by public right of way or easements. Some exceptions would apply if health or safety is not affected by the discharge. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Sump pumps need back-up power during blackouts Jun 3, 2008
My basement takes on water during heavy rains, and is kept from flooding by a sump pump ... You can find a selection of backup systems at or use a search engine and the words "Sump Pump Battery Backup.". (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
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Without electricity, the sump pump has stopped running and the basement is now filled with water, making it a prime place for mosquitos. The building is also filled with asbestos, adding to the concerns. (Devils Lake Daily Journal, ND)
Council OKs costs for Luna's relocation May 22, 2008
I know Bielinski has addressed that, and I guess the city has also, but I am concerned about it because I have a half-partial basement and I am one of the lowest ones around there and my sump pump right now runs in the springtime nonstop, Whiting said. Alan Peters, a representative from Bielinski Homes, said the developer would have to pay for any infrastructure in the subdivision or the blasting of limestone. (Watertown Daily Times, WI)
$4 million loan for aquatic center approved May 17, 2008
However, council members decided City Park Director Gary Stepp should have first pick of anything on the list: lockers, pump motor, sump pump, metal doors and frames, toilets, toilet paper and towel dispensers, breaker boxes and chain link fence. The city council also discussed the at-large seat vacated by former council member Bill Olmsted. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Every game counts May 12, 2008
In Wasilla, first-year coach Shane McRee and his players spent practices pumping an estimated 2,000 gallons of water out of Wasilla Senior Field using a sump pump and hose as well as buckets. After all that work indoors and out, teams were more than eager to finally begin play. (Anchorage Daily News)
Water, water everywhereResidents spend thousands to get rid of water in basements May 11, 2008
Now an open trough zigzags across the barren floor, channeling standing water to a sump pump. The pump sends the water through the drain tube, which crosses the lawn and empties into the street. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Fire strikes restaurant, travel trailer in Vilas County May 6, 2008
Crews discovered an electrical fire in a sump pump. There was minimal damage to the restaurant and no injuries. (Forest Republican, WI)
Home, hearth, hazards: How to childproof your housePosted 4 hours, 24 minutes ago. May 4, 2008
Rudasill also said sump pump wells are a potential drowning hazard because they are filled with water. If children are in the basement regularly, parents should think about installing a gate around the pump. (Lima News, OH)
More than a pipe dream May 4, 2008
Employees worked around the clock to replace broken sump pumps, remove water and clear clogged drains ... When a long-time customer called in the middle of the night because his sump pump failed, Petersen went to the shop at 520 Main St., picked up a new one and installed it himself. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Anacortes Depot financial forecast optimistic May 3, 2008
Next came the dismal fair, followed by a sump pump failure leading to a disastrous flood that caused more than $4,000 in damage. Heating bills hit $1,200 a month and gallery sales were sluggish. (Anacortes Weekly, WA)
Rain, rain, go away: Spring showers cause flooding for some area residents Apr 20, 2008
"A lot of sump pumps are probably working pretty hard," said Craig Gingrich, of Cedar Falls ... But Karen returned from the hospital Friday to find their overworked sump pump wasn't up to the task. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Direct hot air from garage outside Apr 16, 2008
There is a sump pump in the space for the water when it rains; otherwise, there are no leaks. Recently, one particular area seems to be allowing more water in when it rains than the other areas. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
Perillo: Getting to know your DPW Apr 11, 2008
Homeowners often install a sump pump to solve their basement water problems. The one thing I can stress that you must never, never do, Grover cautioned, is to remove that sewer cap that s in your basement during a heavy rainstorm. (Stoneham Sun, MA)
Help your neighbors by putting your sump hose out Apr 9, 2008
-- Diverted sump pump hoses. Sump pumps are used to remove accumulated water from basements and the surrounding ground ... For homeowners, we can help by putting sump pump hoses outside as soon as possible in the spring. (Madison Daily Leader, SD)
Raindrops still falling on our heads Apr 4, 2008
Flat River Building Supply ran out of sump pumps during the flooding that occurred on March 17-19 ... I don t think we will run out of sump pumps this time around, Smith said ... The problem is no one shops for a sump pump until they have a problem, Smith said. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Wringing Out: Inspecting Large Structural Systems Apr 2, 2008
A long-range solution is to install a sump pump. Roof leaks. (RealtyTimes)
Aftermath of flood widespread Mar 23, 2008
If they would have had a sump pump it would have sure helped. Tripp recommends that homeowners have backup sump pumps in their basements so that water can be pumped out as it s coming in flooding situations ... As long as there is a suitable place for the sump pump in the basement and we don t have to break in to the floor, they aren t that expensive, Tripp said. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
It's official: It was wet, mild winter in New Jersey Mar 22, 2008
Have you noticed that the sump pump in your basement has been running a lot lately. Is there a coat of dust on your snow shovel. (NJ.com -- Times)
More to Come Mar 21, 2008
Five deaths were blamed on the flooding in Missouri, five people were killed in a highway wreck in heavy rain in Kentucky and a 65-year-old Ohio woman appeared to have drowned while checking on a sump pump in her home. Most of the flood water had subsided in western Kentucky by Thursday. (Fox News)
Storms Swamp Midwest... Mar 21, 2008
In Ohio, a 65-year-old Ohio woman appeared to have drowned while checking on a sump pump in her home. Another Ohio woman, whose car was swept away by floodwaters near Wilmington, had clung to a tree for hours before she was rescued but died a short time later at a hospital Wednesday. (The Drudge Report)
Death Toll In Midwest Floods Rises To 14 Mar 21, 2008
An Ohio woman likely drowned while checking a sump pump in her home, authorities said. Two others died in southern Illinois, where a foot of rain had fallen by Wednesday afternoon in some parts. (NBC 11, CA)
Roofing lesson from our forefathers Mar 20, 2008
Would a third sump pump keep water off that area. GEORGE, Framingham. (Boston Globe)
Hundreds of roads flooded Mar 20, 2008
Sump pumps and dehumidifiers are proving to be popular items for residents who have flooded basements. We were out of the smaller sump pumps by noon on Tuesday, said Brad Currington, the assistant manager of Grand Rental Station ... We still have one gas powered sump pump for areas that have a couple of feet of standing water. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Floods force hundreds to flee in Midwest Mar 20, 2008
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Outdoors : Avoid flooding from melting snow Mar 20, 2008
If you have a sump pump, examine and clean it. Test your sump pump by pouring water into the pit. (Forest Republican, WI)
At Least 13 Dead In Midwest Storms Mar 20, 2008
The Hamilton County Sheriff's Office said the 66-year-old woman in Whitewater Township who was attempting to work on her sump pump was found under a heavy grate covering the pump. Officials aren't sure whether she drowned, had a heart attack or was crushed by the grate. (Click2Houston, TX)
