Submersible pumps, pedestal pumps, and battery backup systems to keep your Saginaw basement dry — even during power outages.
Get a Free Quote Free EstimateA sump pump is the active component of any basement waterproofing system — it's what actually moves the water out. Whether you have an interior perimeter drain system, an exterior membrane system, or a standalone pit collecting groundwater, the pump is what keeps the pit from overflowing into the basement. In Saginaw's high-water-table environment, sump pumps may run frequently throughout the wet season and must be reliable, properly sized, and equipped with backup power for the storms that bring both heavy rain and power outages.
Serving Saginaw County and mid-Michigan homeowners.
Get a Free Quote Get Free EstimateSubmersible sump pumps are installed below water level inside the sump pit, with the motor sealed inside a waterproof housing. Because they operate underwater, submersible pumps run more quietly than pedestal models and tend to handle larger volumes of water effectively. They are also less visible — the pump sits entirely below the pit cover. For Saginaw homes with finished basements or where the sump pit is in a living area, submersible pumps are typically the preferred choice. Most quality submersible pumps are rated for continuous operation and have lifespans of seven to twelve years.
Pedestal pumps have the motor mounted on a column above the pit, with only the float and impeller below water level. Because the motor is not submerged, pedestal pumps are easier to service and tend to have longer motor lifespans. They run louder and are more visible than submersible pumps. Pedestal pumps are a practical choice for Saginaw homes where the sump pit is in an unfinished mechanical room and pump access for maintenance is a priority.
Regardless of type, sump pumps in Saginaw should be properly sized for the volume of water the system needs to handle. An undersized pump that runs continuously without ever getting ahead of the water is not a waterproofing solution — it's a sign the system is inadequate. Our Saginaw waterproofing specialists size pumps based on the drainage area, estimated groundwater intrusion volume, and the capacity of the drain system feeding the pit.
The storms that cause the most severe basement flooding in Saginaw — heavy spring thunderstorms, intense summer rainfall — are the same storms that knock out power. A primary sump pump without battery backup is useless during a power outage, and that's precisely when the pump is needed most. Battery backup sump pumps are a secondary pump system that activates automatically when the primary pump fails or loses power. Modern battery backup systems also send alerts to your phone when the backup activates, letting you know there is an issue requiring attention.
For Saginaw homeowners who travel, have finished basements, or have experienced power outages during flooding events, battery backup is not optional — it's essential. We install both combination primary/backup units and standalone backup systems that work alongside existing primary pumps.