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Leaky Pipe and Fixture Repair, Express Plumbing

Sump Pump Repair & Installation - Keep Your Basement Dry When It Rains

Sump pump not working? Basement flooding during storms? Express Plumbing repairs and installs sump pumps across Lake Saint Louis, Wentzville, O'Fallon, and St Charles County. Battery backup systems available. Licensed master plumber with 26 years experience. Call (314) 807-8460 — don't wait until the next storm.

If you've got a basement in Lake Saint Louis, Wentzville, O'Fallon, or anywhere around here, you probably have a sump pump. It sits in a pit in your basement floor and pumps water out when it rises. When it's working, you don't think about it. When it fails during a heavy rain, you've got a flooded basement and you're dealing with a mess that'll take days to clean up. Sump pumps fail for a few reasons. Sometimes the float switch gets stuck and the pump doesn't turn on. Sometimes the pump itself burns out. Sometimes the discharge pipe freezes in winter and water can't get out. Sometimes the pit fills with debris and clogs the pump.

We've been fixing and installing sump pumps across Lake Saint Louis and surrounding areas since 1999. Most repairs are straightforward — replace a bad float switch, clean out the pit, fix a clogged discharge line. If the pump itself is dead, replacement usually makes more sense than trying to repair it. Most sump pump replacements take a couple hours. We pull the old pump, install the new one, test it, and you're done. We also install battery backup systems so your pump keeps running even if the power goes out during a storm. That's when you need it most.

WHY HOMEOWNERS CHOOSE Express Plumbing for Leaky Pipe and Fixture Repair

We Install Battery Backup Systems

The power goes out during storms, right when you need your sump pump most. A battery backup system keeps your pump running even when the power's out. We install backup systems that kick in automatically when the main pump fails or when you lose power. Most battery backups will run for 6–10 hours depending on how much water they're pumping. That's usually enough to get you through a storm. If you've ever had your basement flood because the power went out, a battery backup is worth every penny. We'll walk you through what makes sense for your setup.

Same-Day Sump Pump Replacement Available

When your sump pump fails and rain's in the forecast, you can't wait a week for someone to show up. We keep sump pumps in stock for common residential setups. Most of the time, if you call in the morning, we can get a new pump installed by afternoon. The install itself takes a couple hours — we pull the old pump, install the new one, connect the discharge line, test it, and make sure it's working properly. You'll have a working sump pump before the next storm hits.

We've Seen Every Sump Pump Problem

We've been fixing sump pumps in Lake Saint Louis, Wentzville, O'Fallon, St Peters, and surrounding areas since 1999. That's over two decades of stuck float switches, burned-out pumps, clogged discharge lines, frozen pipes, and every other issue that can go wrong. We know what fails, we know how to fix it fast, and we know when it makes more sense to replace than repair. Experience matters when you're dealing with equipment that sits in water and needs to work when it matters most.

Free Estimates on Sump Pump Work

We don't charge to come look at your sump pump and tell you what's wrong. Call us at (314) 807-8460, we'll come take a look, and we'll tell you whether it needs repaired or replaced. If it's repairable, we'll give you a price. If it needs replaced, we'll recommend the right size pump and give you a price before we start. No pressure. No surprise charges later. You'll know exactly what you're paying before we do any work.

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Our Simple 3-STEP Leaky Pipe and Fixture Repair PROCESS

1

We Diagnose the Problem or Assess Your Setup

When you call (314) 807-8460, we'll ask what's happening — is the pump not running, is it running constantly, is your basement flooding? We come out, look at the pump and the pit, and figure out what's wrong. If it's repairable, we'll tell you what needs fixed and what it'll cost. If the pump's dead or too old to be worth fixing, we'll recommend replacement and give you a price.

2

We Fix or Replace the Sump Pump

For repairs, we might replace a float switch, clean out the pit, fix a clogged discharge line, or clear a frozen pipe. For replacements, we disconnect the old pump, pull it out, install the new pump, connect the discharge line, and make sure everything's secure. If you're adding a battery backup, we install that too. Most repairs take an hour or two. Most replacements take two to three hours.

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We Test It and Make Sure It's Working

Once the repair or install is done, we test the pump. We pour water into the pit and make sure the pump kicks on at the right level and pumps the water out properly. We check the discharge line to make sure water's flowing where it should. For battery backups, we test that the backup system kicks in when it's supposed to. Once we're confident everything's working right, we clean up and we're done.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Got Questions? We’ve Got Answers!

How much does sump pump replacement cost?

Most sump pump replacements run $400–$800 depending on the pump and how complicated the install is. If it's a straightforward swap and everything's in good shape, it's on the lower end. If we need to modify the pit, replace the discharge line, or deal with other issues, it'll be closer to $800. Battery backup systems add $500–$1,000 depending on the system.

How long does a sump pump last?

Most sump pumps last 7–10 years depending on how often they run and how well they're maintained. If you live in an area that gets a lot of water and your pump runs frequently, it might not last the full 10 years. If your pump sits idle most of the time, it might last longer. Once it's over 10 years old and having problems, replacement is usually the better choice.

Should I get a battery backup for my sump pump?

If your basement floods when the power goes out, yes. Battery backups keep your pump running during power outages, which is usually when you need it most. Heavy storms knock out power and that's exactly when your sump pump needs to be working. A battery backup system is worth it if you've got anything valuable in your basement or if you've dealt with flooding before.

How do I know if my sump pump is working?

Test it. Pour a bucket of water into the sump pit and watch what happens. The pump should kick on when the water reaches a certain level and pump the water out. If it doesn't turn on, or if it turns on but doesn't pump water out, something's wrong. Test it once or twice a year, especially before storm season.

Why does my sump pump run constantly?

Either the float switch is stuck in the "on" position, or water's coming in faster than the pump can handle. Sometimes the discharge line is clogged or frozen and water's not getting out, so the pump keeps running but the pit doesn't empty. We'll diagnose what's causing it and fix it. A pump that runs constantly will burn out fast.