Posted on 01/10/2022 6:58:15 PM PST by Mean Daddy
Looks like the Chit Chat option is gone. Recently had a sump pump installed after the pit filled with water after a heavy downpour. While I think the pump usage will be low, I'm concerned with being without power during a rainstorm (took several hours to fill pit). With a finished basement, I'd rather invest in some preventative measures.
Looked into whole house generators but you're looking at around $10-20k for the luxury of it kicking in when the power goes out.
Looked into maybe having a transfer switch installed and getting a portable generator but if I'm not home to hook it up and start it, it does me no good.
Looking into getting an inverter with a couple car/marine batteries to convert DC to AC. Looks to be the best of both worlds. Probably enough energy in the batteries to last a couple days assuming my pump run infrequently and a solution for under $1,000 for the inverter plus two batteries.
What other options should I be considering or I haven't thought about? Best thing about Freepers is a lot of us have to deal with similar questions or issues.
I’m east of Gretna, just across Hwy 370 from Tiburon to the south.
https://www.watercommander.com/articles/water-powered-backup-sump-pump-ultimate-guide
city water driven sump pumps are intended as a backup. Utilized your electric sump pump with the above or similar model as a backup for when power is lost. If a situation occurs where city water pressure is loss, then your area has problems where standing water in your basement is minor in comparison.
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