Sump Pump Lifespan: How Long Will It Last?

The sound of thunder in the area has been music to our ears—and to everyone else in the area who is tired of the drought. We’re excited that the rain is back, and we hope it continues until the ground is healthy and saturated once more.

When it comes to homeownership and rain, one of the most common topics outside of lawn care is basement water and how to avoid it. Home leaks cause property owners thousands of dollars in damage every year, and much of it could be prevented either by checking the property for signs of damage or installing a quality sump pump—or both!

At Gordon Energy & Drainage, we are proud to be Kansas City’s top sump-pump installation company. And we’d love to help you care for your home and prevent it from damage by outfitting you with a quality pump that will last for years. But if you make the investment, you want to know it’s going to last. And when it comes to the lifespan of a sump pump, there are two main factors that need to be considered.

First, as with most things in life, you get what you pay for. If you buy a cheap sump pump, you’ll likely