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Water in Basement or Crawl Space

A damp or wet basement or crawl space is more than just an inconvenience — it can lead to serious problems like mold growth, wood rot, structural damage, and even health concerns for your family.

If you’ve noticed any of the warning signs below, you have a drainage issue that needs attention as well as an water intrusion issue that needs attention.:

Wet or damp basement floors or walls
Leaking or moisture-stained walls
Pooling or standing water
White, chalky residue on concrete (efflorescence)
Musty odors
Excessive condensation

Addressing these issues early can help prevent costly repairs and protect your home long-term.

Ponding Water or Wet/Damp Crawl Space

If water is collecting in flat areas or the soil is staying saturated in some spots, it may be surface depressions causing the problem. These depressions allow water to puddle, creating a mess. A swale could be helpful, or certain portions could be filled in and graded so that the water drains out of the low spot and away from the home. If this doesn’t work, an underground catch basin or drain may be necessary.

If you notice that your lawn is muddy in one spot and dry in the next, it could be the type of soil that is causing drainage problems. There are three basic soil types: sand, silt and clay. If your soil is heavy in clay, it won’t drain very well. If it’s sandy, it will let water slip right through. If it is sandy right against your home, the water will run down the sides of your foundation causing wet areas in the walls to your basement.

The best trick is to dig a small hole, fill it with water and watch how it drains. If it takes 12-24 hours to drain, you have a problem. (It should only take about 4 hours.) Improve your soil with a coarse aggregate like sand or pea gravel and organic matter.

Sump Pumps & Backup Power

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Protect Your Home When the Power Goes Out

Trotter installs only top-rated cast-iron and stainless steel sump pump systems from trusted brands like Blue Angel and Zoeller.

Ultimate Performance & Protection

Blue Angel Large 1/2 HP Double Pump with Battery Backup

Built for maximum protection, this system includes:

Large 1/2 HP primary pump
12V backup pump
12 V Deep cycle battery with Smart Charging Technology
Smart charging technology
Double pump protection
Backup power included
Tested to 1 million cycles
Pumps up to 85 gallons per minute / 5,100 GPH

Basic Performance

Zoeller 1/3 HP Single Pump

A reliable, durable sump pump option featuring:

Heavy-duty commercial grade construction
Strong, reliable, and durable performance
Single pump system
Pumps up to 43 gallons per minute / 2,580 GPH

Important Warning

Always Install Backup Power

Power outages often happen during severe storms — exactly when your sump pump is needed most. A battery backup system helps keep your basement protected even when the electricity goes out.