What's the cost of not having a battery backup sump pump system?
You insure your home, you insure your car, you insure your life. You enjoy the peace of mind of being insured, knowing you're protected from a disaster.Insurance is common. Why not insure your basement or crawlspace? You may believe your homeowner's policy will cover the cost of cleanup after a flood. You may be very wrong.
Most insurance companies do not cover water damage from a flood (including one caused by sump pump failure), unless you purchase optional, extra coverage. Our owner Dave has some of the best sump pump and backup systems available (click here to see), but even he has extra insurance. To see Dave's actual policy, click here.
Have you ever thought about the cost to clean and restore your home after a flood? Even with insurance, there is a deductable to pay, and no amount of money can replace some precious things that could be lost. How much is it really worth to avoid the enormous hassle and aggravation, let alone the financial impact?
Even an unfinished basement can suffer serious flood damage. If a water heater, boiler or furnace gets inundated with water, manufacturers recommend replacing those items, rather than attempting repairs. The AHRI has more information on the subject here. Reputable companies simply cannot afford the risk of attempting repairs, so you'll likely be stuck with the cost of replacements. If you have a finished basement, or stored items, a flood can be truly devastating. You've seen homes with piles of furniture, carpeting, drywall, toys and personal items sitting out on the curb, waiting for the garbage truck. Some of that stuff can be replaced, at a cost. Other things are irreplaceable, like photos, the wedding dress, old comic books - we all have our list...
The cost of a flood is measured in much more than dollars spent replacing property damaged and destroyed. There is a cost in your time spent, and aggravation suffered; there is anguish for the loss of precious mementos; there is peace of mind lost. A proper sump pump system is truly cheap in comparison.
Know that you're protected - be sure you have a quality primary sump pump AND backup system. To learn more about our sump pump products, click here.