Sump Pump Install & Replacement in Orange County, CA
Whether your pit’s overflowing or the old pump’s seized, you need a dependable sump system—not buckets and luck. White Glove Plumbing & Restoration provides professional sump pump install & replacement with properly sized pumps, quiet check valves, protected power, and freeze-safe discharge—plus optional battery or water-powered backup and smart alarms.
✓ Rapid dispatch: Emergency swaps and new installs, day or night
✓ Right-sized equipment: Primary submersible/pedestal, high-head options, and backup systems
✓ Quiet & clean: Union/quiet check valve, sealed lid (radon-ready where required), tidy plumbing and wiring
✓ Mitigation-ready: Extraction, drying, and sanitizing if water has intruded
✓ Rapid dispatch
✓ Right-sized equipment
✓ Quiet & clean
✓ Mitigation-ready
What Is Sump Pump Install & Replacement?
A service that installs or replaces your sump system—pit/basin, primary pump, check valve, discharge line, electrical protection, and optional backup—so groundwater is collected and discharged safely away from the foundation.
We set floats to avoid short-cycling, route discharge with freeze protection/air gaps as required, and commission the system with a full function test.
Why Choose White Glove Plumbing
Compliance & safety first: Techs trained in GFCI protection, backflow/air gaps, and discharge routing per local code.
Documented quality: Pump specs, amp draw, head/flow estimates, and photos of discharge routing and check valve orientation.
Beyond a patch: We can seal or replace basins, add high-water alarms (Wi-Fi optional), and install battery/water-powered backups.
One accountable team: If water entered your space, we can extract, dry, and disinfect on the same visit.
Immediate Actions (What to Do Now)
Unplug a humming or overheated pump—don’t run it dry.
Move valuables off the floor and away from the pit and walls.
Limit water use (laundry, long showers) if groundwater is rising.
Check the GFCI/outlet powering the pump; don’t use extension cords.
Call our 24/7 dispatcher—we’ll size the pump, swap or install, and restore protection.
Common Situations We Handle
Failed or noisy pumps, frequent tripping, or seized impellers
Short-cycling or stuck floats and tangled cords
Backflow at shutoff from missing/failed check valves
Iced or undersized discharge lines causing recirculation
New construction or remodels needing pit, lid, and discharge routing
Insurance/HOA requirements for backup power or alarms
Secure & Survey
Inspect pit dimensions, incoming drain tiles, power/GFCI, head height, discharge route, and freeze risks.
Select & Stage Equipment
Match pump to head/flow needs (⅓–¾ HP typical), choose submersible vs. pedestal, and select quiet union check valve and discharge materials.
Install / Replace Pump & Check Valve
Set pump on stand or pavers to avoid silt; trim/solvent-weld discharge; install unioned, arrow-oriented check valve for serviceability.
Route Discharge to Code
Run to daylight, storm inlet, or approved termination with air gap/backflow protection; add ice-guard/weep for freeze relief where applicable.
Add Backup & Alarms (Optional)
Install battery backup (charger, deep-cycle battery) or water-powered backup (where permitted); fit high-water alarm (Wi-Fi optional).
Commission & Close-Out
Fill pit to trigger floats; record amp draw and cycle time; label circuit/shutoffs; provide photo summary and maintenance schedule.
What’s Included
Site assessment & sizing (head/flow, pit, power)
Primary pump install/replacement with union/quiet check valve
Code-compliant discharge routing with air gap/backflow as required
Float management & cord organization to prevent tangles/short-cycling
Commissioning tests (fill test, amp draw, alarm check)
Documentation packet (photos as appropriate, specs, maintenance notes)
Costs & Timelines (What to Expect)
Typical duration: Emergency swaps finish same visit; new pits or long exterior runs may be phased.
Cost drivers: Pump horsepower/head, basin/lid work, discharge length/freeze measures, electrical upgrades, and backup system selection.
Clear estimate: Line items for pump, plumbing, discharge, backup, and reporting—no surprises.
Insurance & Compliance Support
Records your stakeholders expect: Photos, model/serials, electrical/GFCI notes, and discharge documentation.
Policy alignment: We follow local plumbing code, provide COIs, and can separate mitigation vs. plumbing on invoices.
Permitting: We pull permits when required for new pits or exterior terminations.
Risks of Waiting (Why Act Now)
Basement flooding and mold growth from a failed or undersized pump
Foundation stress from recirculating groundwater
Electrical hazards and nuisance trips from improper wiring
Frozen discharge lines leading to rapid overflow
Methods, Materials & Quality Standards
PPE & site care: Floor protection, GFCI verification, tidy cleanup.
Equipment: Reputable submersible/pedestal pumps, sealed lids (radon-ready where required), quiet/union check valves, high-water alarms.
Plumbing: Schedule-rated PVC, solvent-welded joints, air gaps/backflow where required, freeze relief/ice-guard on exterior runs.
Electrical: Dedicated, GFCI-protected receptacle; no extension cords; battery backup wiring per manufacturer.
Testing: Live fill tests, float verification, amp/flow notes, alarm checks.
Training: Pump sizing, freeze-safe routing, and code-compliant terminations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Submersible or pedestal—what’s better?
Submersible is quieter and handles higher volumes in compact pits; pedestal offers easy motor service. We’ll spec based on your pit and head.
Do I need a battery backup?
If outages are common or groundwater is aggressive, yes. Water-powered backups are an option where allowed and pressure supports them.
Why a sealed lid?
Helps with safety, odors, humidity, and in some areas radon control. We install sealed, serviceable lids.
My pump runs but the pit doesn ’t drop—why?
Often a failed check valve, iced discharge, or air-locked line. We diagnose and correct the cause.
Can you route discharge anywhere?
We follow local code—typically to daylight or storm infrastructure with air gap/backflow protection, not to sanitary drains.
How often should I maintain it?
Test quarterly (or before rainy season): lift float, listen, and check discharge. Annual service keeps things reliable.
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Address: 1430 E Borchard Ave, Santa Ana, CA 92705
Phone: (949) 209-5206
Email: office@whitegloveplumbingca.com
White Glove Plumbing is locally based in Santa Ana and serves residential and commercial clients across Orange County with 24/7 emergency plumbing and water-damage restoration.
Our expert team handles leak detection, emergency plumbing, water extraction/dry-out, sewage cleanup, mold remediation, and reconstruction in top OC areas including Irvine, Anaheim, Santa Ana, Orange, Tustin, Costa Mesa, Newport Beach, Huntington Beach, Mission Viejo, Lake Forest, Fullerton, Yorba Linda, Laguna Beach, Dana Point, and San Clemente - plus surrounding neighborhoods.
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