The “normal” sump pump is 1/3 horse power. All this means is how much power it has to lift and pump water. If you have a deep sump pit, or the pump needs to lift the water a long way to get it out of your home you may need a larger sump pump. That is something our technicians would decide when we install, or replace your sump pump based on the manufacturer guidelines on pumping capacity
One more thing about sump pumps to mention… if your sump pump runs a lot or you just want peace of mind, call us at 605-339-2020 to discuss a backup sump pump or a monitoring system for the one you currently have. There are options that run on batteries, and even an option that uses the water supply coming in to your home to pump this water out so you do not have to worry if the power goes out. The monitoring systems we install can tie into your system to send you an alert if the water in the sump pit isn’t being pumped out. They can also monitor usage and perform monthly testing. Several customers that have had problems in the past have let us help them protect their home. Reach out to us to discuss any of these things at anytime!