The truth of the matter is that most basement water problems are not basement problems at all, but exterior drainage problems. So before you consider a sump-pump installation, take a good look (in the ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A home sump pump with water at the bottom - Icemanj/Getty Images There is something truly awful about going to wash your hands or ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...

Q: How should I run a sump pump drain line away from my house? It used to be connected to the sewer line in the basement, but the town has ordered me to run the sump pump outdoors. There is a slope ...

Selecting and installing a pump for a homeowner’s sump and waste-management system is never a one-size-fits-all project. For the professional installer, multiple factors need to be considered before ...