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Sump Pump Services in Union County, NJ — Storm-Ready, Same-Day Service

Failed pump, flooded basement, no battery backup, or just want to make sure you're ready for the next big storm? We install, repair, replace, and test sump pumps across Union County — every day.

Union County remembers Hurricane Ida. Whole neighborhoods flooded — and the homeowners with working sump pumps and battery backups stayed dry. The ones without lost everything in the basement. Continental Plumbers has been installing and servicing sump pumps across Union County since 1985. We handle primary pumps, battery backups, combination systems, and emergency replacements when yours has failed mid-storm. Most service calls same-day.

NJ Master Plumber License #9142
Since 1985
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Sump Pump Services We Handle

Every Sump Pump Service in One Phone Call

From first-time install to emergency replacement during a storm, here’s what we do:
Sump Pump Installation

First-time install for new finished basements, additions, or homes that never had one. Includes pit, pump, check valve, and discharge line.

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Sump Pump Replacement

Old pump worn out or failed? Most replacements completed same-day. We stock common pump sizes on the truck.

Sump Pump Repair

Float switch issues, clogged impellers, motor problems, discharge line clogs. Most repairs same-visit.

Battery Backup Installation

The single most important upgrade after Ida. When power goes out during a storm, your primary pump stops — battery backup keeps the basement dry.

Combination Systems

Primary pump + battery backup in one integrated unit. Highest reliability for storm-prone areas.

Annual Testing & Maintenance

Most sump pumps fail because they sat idle. We test, clean, and verify yours works before you need it.

When You Need Sump Pump Service

Six Signs You Need to Call — Today

Don’t wait for the next storm to find out your pump isn’t ready. Call us if:
A Big Storm Is Forecast

Major rain event coming? Test your pump now. If it doesn't run or sounds weird, we can replace it before the rain hits.

Your Pump Hasn't Run in a Long Time

Pumps that sit idle for months often seize up. If you can't remember the last time yours kicked on, test it — or call us to do it.

Strange Noises or Vibrations

Grinding, rattling, humming without pumping — all signs of a failing motor or impeller. Replace before it fails mid-storm.

Your Pump Is 7+ Years Old

Most sump pumps last 7–10 years. Past that, you're on borrowed time. Replacing on your schedule is far cheaper than emergency replacement during flooding.

No Battery Backup

The lesson of Hurricane Ida: when the power goes, so does your primary pump. If you don't have a battery backup, you're not protected for the storms that actually flood basements.

Buying a Home in Union County

Pre-purchase: check the pump's age, condition, and whether there's a backup. Many older Union County homes have original pumps that are well past replacement.

Types of Sump Pumps

The Right System for Your Basement

Not every basement needs the same setup. Here’s what we install — and what fits which situation:
Primary Sump Pump (Submersible or Pedestal)

Best for: Standard basements with reliable electricity. Submersible pumps sit in the pit (quieter, more powerful). Pedestal pumps sit above (easier to service, less powerful). Most Union County homes have submersible.

Battery Backup Pump

Best for: Add-on to existing primary pump. Kicks in automatically when power fails or the primary can't keep up. Critical for storm preparation in flood-prone areas.

Combination System (Primary + Backup)

Best for: New installs, replacement of failed systems, or storm-anxious homeowners. Integrated unit with both pumps in one pit — highest reliability, lowest maintenance.

Water-Powered Backup Pump

Best for: Homes with municipal water (not well water). Uses water pressure instead of battery, so it runs as long as you have water. Slower flow than battery, but no battery replacement needed.

Not sure what fits your basement? We do a free site assessment — look at your pit, your discharge route, your electrical, and your flooding history — then recommend what makes sense.

We Get It

The Concerns We Hear About Sump Pumps

"How do I know if my pump even works?"

Test it. Pour a bucket of water into the sump pit — the pump should kick on within seconds and pump the water out. If it doesn't, doesn't run smoothly, or makes strange sounds, call us. Better to find out now than during the storm.

"My pump is old but it 'still works.' Should I replace it?"

Depends on age and condition. If it's over 7 years old, it's living on borrowed time — the motor is wearing, the impeller may be deteriorating, the float switch could fail anytime. A planned replacement costs less than an emergency one — and far less than a flooded basement.

"Battery backups sound expensive. Are they really necessary?"

After Ida, that's not a hypothetical anymore. The pumps that failed weren't broken — they didn't have power. A battery backup is a few hundred dollars upfront and the difference between a dry basement and tens of thousands in flood damage. We'll tell you what option fits your budget.

"I manage rental properties. Tenants don't know how to check their sump pumps."

Common — and risky. We do scheduled annual sump pump testing for property managers across Union County. We test every pump, document the condition, and replace failing units before tenants are calling at 2 AM during a storm.

Sump Pump Emergencies

24/7 Emergency Line: (973) 900-0430

If any of these is happening right now, call us immediately:

If your basement is actively flooding and you can safely reach the sump pump area, check the breaker first (sometimes it's just tripped). Then call (973) 900-0430. We dispatch the closest plumber, day or night.

The Neighbor Difference

Why Union County Trusts Continental for Sump Pumps

Local since 1985

40+ years of sump pump work in Union County. We've seen what fails — and what saves basements.

Stocked trucks for storm season

Common pump sizes and battery backups stocked year-round. Same-day replacement during storm emergencies.

Storm-ready preparation

Annual testing, battery backup installation, system upgrades — before the rain hits.

Licensed & warrantied

NJ Master Plumber #9142. Pump and installation warrantied. If our pump fails early, we replace at no charge.

Where We Serve

Sump Pump Services Across Union County

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Sump Pump FAQs

Twice a year — typically before spring storms and before fall hurricane season. Pour a bucket of water in the pit. If it doesn't run or sounds wrong, call us.
7–10 years for most primary pumps. Battery backup pumps have similar lifespans, plus the battery typically needs replacement every 3–5 years.
In Union County after Ida, the answer is yes for most homes — especially if you have a finished basement, valuables stored down there, or any history of flooding. Power outages during storms are when basements flood most.
Yes. We install new sump systems in finished basements, additions, or homes that never had one. Includes pit excavation, pump, check valve, and discharge line.
Yes. Sewage ejector pumps (for basement bathrooms below sewer line grade) are different from sump pumps but we install and service both.
Replacement: usually 2–3 hours. New install (with pit excavation): 4–6 hours. Battery backup add-on: 1–2 hours.