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Sump Pump Installation & Replacement in Iowa

Sump Pump Installation & Replacement in Iowa

Anchored Walls has been in the business of repairing and protecting foundations, basements, crawl spaces, concrete slabs, and sump pump installation services in the Des Moines area for over 40 years.

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Sump Pump Installation

Anchored Walls has been in the business of repairing and protecting foundations, basements, crawl spaces, concrete slabs, and sump pump installation services in the Des Moines area for over 40 years. One of the best ways to protect your home from water damage is with a sump pump. A sump pump is a cost-effective, proactive solution to remove excess water from your basement or crawl space and safely direct it away from your foundation. This system has been used since the mid 1940s to help homeowners in Des Moines prevent water damage and protect their homes from flooding and standing water. 

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Types of Sump Pumps for Installation & Replacement

The pump can either be freestanding or submerged in a sump pit, depending on the situation. A sump pump can be wired directly into your home’s electrical system or battery operated. A system of drains is installed to direct excess water to a floor drain and sewer, a dry well, or a lower spot far away from the house.

Where Are Sump Pumps Installed?

Basement:

Your basement can be a beautiful area to expand your living space. It can be a great space for a game room, home office, or extra bedrooms. However, if it is wet and musty, it can not only be unpleasant, but it can harbor mold and mildew that can lead to respiratory illness. When water enters your basement, either through cracks in the foundation or from plumbing malfunctions, it can damage your home’s structure as well as destroy personal belongings. This is why sump pump installation services to your Des Moines home can be imperative.

Crawl Space:

The air from your crawl space can enter your living area. If mold and mildew are growing there, it can jeopardize indoor air quality, and water can puddle and compromise the structural integrity of your home by causing wood rot to support beams and floor joists.

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Why Should I Install or Replace a Sump Pump?

A sump pump can prevent basement flooding and costly water damage to your home. Combined with other waterproofing measures, such as drainage systems, encapsulation, or dehumidifiers, our sump pump installation services in Des Moines offer an excellent, cost-effective way to protect the value of your home.

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Get Your Sump Pump Installation or Replacement Estimate

Anchored Walls can install a sump pump in your Des Moines-area home to prevent water damage and alleviate your water problems in the future. We offer sump pumps that have proven to be reliable and effective, and are easy to maintain. Contact us today to schedule your inspection and get your free estimate! 

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“Gabe & Taxson did a wonderful job of waterproofing our basement. They worked so hard chiseling concrete, carrying it up the stairs in buckets, then carrying rock and replacement cement down the stairs to fill in the dug up places, but most of all, they cleaned up the mess! Kip McMillen from United Services…”
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if my crawl space needs repair?

Look for signs like sagging subflooring, musty smells, mold growth, high humidity, standing water, or visible rot on floor joists and beams. These often show up first in closets or laundry rooms above the crawl space. All of these issues point to possible structural or moisture problems below.

Why is there mold in my crawl space?

Mold is a result of excessive moisture in the crawl space of your home. It’s very important that you take care of a moldy crawl space problem as soon as you notice that something is wrong. If left untreated, mold can cause a number of problems for the structural integrity of your home, as well as your family’s health. If you don’t repair your foundation, water will eventually seep in. This causes an assortment of additional problems for the structural integrity of your home.

What causes crawl space moisture?

Crawl space moisture comes from water seepage, improper yard drainage systems, soil settlement and condensation. Regardless of whether your crawl space is dirt, concrete, vented or unconditioned, these lower areas underneath the home tend to endure the most damage due to the many changes in weather conditions, high temperatures and humidity levels. Humidity and moisture easily travel through your crawl space and can begin to infiltrate the structure of your home.Damp or wet crawl spaces are perfect homes for insects, rodents and other critters. This area underneath your home can be extremely unhealthy, destructive and dangerous. Your wet crawl space can also act as a breeding ground for mold and mildew growth. Mold spreads easily throughout your home when it begins in your crawl space. Mold, as well as wood rot, can negatively affect your home’s indoor air quality. That’s why it’s important to take care of crawl space moisture problems as soon as you notice them.

Are foundation cracks serious or just cosmetic?

Some small, vertical cracks may be normal settling, but if a crack is widening, leaking water, or forming a stair-step or horizontal pattern, it could signal a structural issue. It’s always best to have cracks professionally evaluated to determine whether repair is needed.

If I don't repair my foundation, what could happen?

If you don’t repair your foundation, water will eventually seep in. This causes an assortment of additional problems for the structural integrity of your home.

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From our Winterset location, we serve Des Moines, Ankeny, Waukee, Johnston, Urbandale, Clive, Ames, and surrounding communities. Check your ZIP for service at your address.

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