Maryland homeowners know that heavy rainfall is not a matter of if but when. The mid-Atlantic region sees significant precipitation throughout the year, and basements that lack proper protection are highly vulnerable to flooding when storms roll through. What makes basement flooding particularly frustrating is that it is largely preventable. A functioning, well-maintained sump pump system is one of the most reliable defenses a homeowner can have in place before storm season arrives. So what do Maryland homeowners need to know about keeping their sump pump systems ready, and what happens when those systems are not up to the task? Let’s get into it. (more…)









