# How to Install a Backup Sump Pump System
It is a rite of spring that usually follows a heavy rain. Your cellar gets flooded, resulting in costly damage and loss of property. Sump pumps rid your basement of excess water but if your pump is on the fritz or can't keep up, you may want to consider a backup system. These steps will help you install a backup sump pump system.
Things You'll Need
- Backup sump pump (battery or water-powered)
- Rechargeable 12-volt battery
- PVC suction pipe
- Plastic or copper piping
- Discharge pipe
- Plumbing kit (optional)
Instructions
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General
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1
Read about the different kinds of sump pumps.
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2
Decide if you want a battery or water-powered backup sump pump system.
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Find a location for your backup sump pump.
Water-Powered Models
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4
Mount water-powered models on a joist over your main sump pump and connect to the municipal water supply. Install battery-powered models next to the main pump and hook up to the discharge piping.
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Use plastic or copper piping to hook up the backup sump pump to the water supply.
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6
Put in PVC suction pipe. This pipe runs to the bottom of your sump pit, allowing the entire pit to be emptied.
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7
Hook up discharge pipe to the outside or to the primary discharge.
Battery Models
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8
Power up the battery and hook it up to the discharge pipe.
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Put in PVC suction pipe. This pipe runs to the bottom of your sump pit, allowing the entire pit to be emptied.
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Hook it up to the primary discharge pipe.
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