Our basement has only flooded twice in 15 years. Would it be wise--or a waste of money--to install a sump pump? This is a matter of personal preference, and depends on the cost of installing the ...

A sump pump defends your home against basement flooding. Despite its importance, it’s perplexing just how many homeowners overlook its maintenance against debris and sediment buildup. Once the effects ...

The official, identified as Ravinder Kumar, was suspended with immediate effect for negligence and prolonged inaction ...

“Homeowners may consider installing a backwater valve in addition to a sump pump, as a backwater valve doesn’t rely on electricity to function.” Hoyt also recommends homeowners ensure ...

When your primary pump—or the power—fails, these top-rated models are ready to step in In our lab tests, we measured the flow rate and battery draw of 11 sump pump backup systems. By Jesse ...

Especially in summer, a humid basement affects the air quality and comfort of your home. This is the ideal level of humidity ...

Patna: Nine sump houses, equipped with a hi-tech monitoring system using artificial intelligence (AI), will be inaugurated by ...

The Delhi government is set to combat waterlogging at seven identified hotspots. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has approved both ...

Place water sensors in basement corners: Place sensors in the corners of the basement and near the sewer or water-main entrance. While sensors won’t protect you from flooding, they will sound an alarm ...