Sump pumps are designed to remove all the excess water from basements, crawl spaces or other large areas in the home. If the job is not done by a qualified professional, you could have a costly mess on your hands. Follow these tips to make sure that you hire the best contractor to complete sump pump installation in St Louis.
Licensed, Certified and Insured
If a contractor is going to be coming onto your property to do any type of installation, you first want to verify that they have an up-to-date license and insurance. Insurance can protect you in the case of an accident, while a license demonstrates that they are trained professionals with experience handling sump pumps. Ideally, you want to hire a contractor who has certification in waterproofing.
Experience in Your Type of Sump Pump
There are four different types of sump pumps, and the installation for each of them will be different. If your sump pump is battery-powered, you do not want someone who only has experience in submersible pumps. Likewise, if you have a pedestal sump pump you do not want someone who only has experience with water-powered sump pumps.
Post-Installation Cleaning
After installation, your basement may be quite messy. Before you hire a contractor, you need to discuss which one of you is going to be responsible for the cleaning up of any water or debris. You also need to discuss who will be responsible for hauling away any old sump pump. Make sure to put the terms in writing. Classic Aire Care handle sump pump installation in St Louis and can be contacted online today.
