If water is coming into your basement, the exterior grading and the source of the water must be addressed first. In most cases this will solve your problem without installing a mechanical sump pump that could malfunction or shut down completely during a power outage.
Grading vs. sump pump? If you are getting water coming into your basement, you must address the exterior first. In most cases that will solve your issue. You'll be glad to have no mechanical system to break or problem when the power goes out!
When do I need a sump pump? If your home site is lower than the lowest point on your property and natural drainage won't move the water away, or if there is underground water pressure keeping water in your basement, then a sump pump system is required.
Feel free to contact us with any questions you may have about your situation. We provide an on-site estimate and every job site is personally supervised to monitor the work and to keep the customer informed and satisfied.