Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Electrical supply is a weak point for sump pumps since pumps need electricity ...

Discover how to create a compact DIY submersible water pump using a small DC motor and recycled plastic bottles. This step-by ...

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We earn a commission from partner links on Forbes Home. Commissions do not affect our editors' opinions or evaluations. Two is better than one, especially if you’re talking about sump pumps. If you ...

April showers bring May flowers, but they can also bring heavy rains that pose a risk of flooding. Is your sump pump ready for the spring rain ahead? If you haven’t yet considered upgrading or ...

Unlock to see our ratings and compare products side by side This score is based on the amount of water that can be lifted 10 feet starting with a fully charged battery. This backup sump pump replaces ...

I’ve stated it before on Hackaday but one of the most interesting engineering challenges posed to me this year was “how could you store enough energy to power a decent portion of a home for several ...

When the skies open and power lines go down, a reliable backup sump pump could be the difference between a dry basement and thousands of dollars in damage (along with a big headache). And because ...

Discover the future of water management with the Milwaukee Stick Transfer Pump! Perfect for both agriculture and outdoor use, this portable, battery-powered tool is designed to make water removal and ...

New research from Germany’s Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems (Fraunhofer ISE) has shown that combining rooftop PV systems with battery storage and heat pumps can improve heat pump ...