Discharging a sump pump into the city's sanitary sewer system is a big 'no-no'. While this might seem like an easier and more attractive option than running a discharge tube from the sump pump to the ...

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Our basement has only flooded twice in 15 years. Would it be wise--or a waste of money--to install a sump pump? This is a matter of personal preference, and depends on the cost of installing the sump ...