Fall Home Maintenance Checklist:

15 Things You Should Do Every Fall – Part 2

5. Test Sump Pump

Sump pumps are essential for protecting your home against water damage during heavy-rains and serious storms. Sump pumps remove any excess water in your basement, crawlspaces and around your foundation, and transport that water away from your home. It’s important to test your sump pump twice a year, before the spring and fall seasons, so that you can avoid flooding and make sure i…