Sump Pump Maintenance (46 items found)

If there's a possibility that flooding will occur in your crawl space or basement, your sump pump is designed to collect excess water and redirect it away from your home. Your sump pump is your home's best line of defense against basement flooding. It's no surprise then that regular sump pump maintenance is absolutely essential.

Ace carries a wide variety of complete quality pumps, parts and sump pump repair kits to keep your pump working in top-notch condition.

Common Sump Pump Maintenance Parts

You might not give much thought to the performance of your sump pump unless an obvious problem becomes apparent. Whether certain parts are overdue for repair or replacement or you're looking to add new pump accessories to increase the functionality of your current system, sump pump repair parts play a critical role in the well-being of your pump.

The following signs may be an indication that your sump pump could be failing or in need of repair: 

1. Strange Noises: Unusual sounds can mean the sump pump parts may be worn or damaged.  
2. Excessive Vibrations: If your pump has sucked in a lot of debris it can begin to damage the pump and cause it to vibrate excessively. 
3. Longer Than Normal Runtime: If your sump pump is running all the time you are likely experiencing a failing switch. If your pump is running for unusually long times it is likely because the pump doesn’t have the power to pull the water. 
4. Inconsistent Operation: If your pump is constantly turning on and off, the switch may need replacing. 
5. Old Age: If you have had your pump close to 10 years you should start considering replacement or extensive repairs. 

Unsure where to start? Below is a breakdown of some of the most important pump repair parts available at Ace.

Sump Pump Replacement Switches

Sump pump switches are the main mechanisms that control sump pumps. They're rated by cycles and usually have predictable lifespans. These switches will often stop working optimally long before sump pumps do, but without high-functioning switches, the pump may fail to operate properly.

If your switch begins to show signs of aging, you're sure to find a compatible sump pump replacement switch in our inventory of pump replacement parts.

Sump Pump Float Switches

Float switches are one of the most important components of sump pumps. They're used to turn on the sump pump at certain water levels to ensure it turns on and off whenever you need it to.

Sump Pump Repair Kits

Sump pump repair kits will feature a range of pump repair parts to help you take care of routine fixes, including sump pump seals and hoses.

• Sump Pump Seals: Damaged seals can put your pump at risk of not having adequate lubrication in key areas of the motor whenever it's running. Leaking oil may also be an indication that water is seeping into sensitive areas of the pump, which could cause it to burn out. Replacement sump pump seals help prevent leaks in submersible and pedestal sump pumps.
• Sump Pump Hoses: Sump pump hoses are responsible for getting rid of the water and fluids that your sump pump has collected. These hoses connect directly to the actual sump pump system located in your basement, and they snake excess water outdoors.

Sump Pump Alarms

Fortunately, seeing multiple water puddles in your space isn't the only way to realize that something's gone wrong with your sump pump. Sump pump alarms are designed to alert you if your sump pump suddenly quits working. These alarms are equipped with water-sensing probes that send alerts if they come in contact with water. 

Shop Sump Pump Parts at Ace

When you need to do some sump pump maintenance, discover the best variety of sump pump repair parts at Ace. From pump repair kits, to switches, alarms, and replacement control boxes, find what you need at Ace. If you’re looking for a new sump pump, explore our collection of pumps from the most trusted brands in the industry, including Wayne, Parts 2O, The Basement Watchdog and more.