Pump Options
Sump Pump Types We Install
Submersible, pedestal, cast-iron, combination, smart alarms, and the right horsepower for your water load — here's how to choose.
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Find the Right Sump Pump for Your Basement
We size and install each of these for Littleton homes. The right choice depends on your pit, water load, and what's at stake below grade.
Submersible Sump Pump
Sits in the pit, runs quiet, handles debris — our most-installed type.
Best for: Most Littleton basements, finished spaces, and higher water loads
View detailsPedestal Sump Pump
Motor sits above the pit — easy to service, fits narrow basins.
Best for: Narrow or shallow pits and crawl spaces with easy top access
View detailsCast Iron Sump Pump
The durable housing that holds up to mineral-rich Colorado water.
Best for: Homeowners who want maximum longevity and debris/mineral resistance
View detailsCombination Sump Pump
Primary + backup in one pit — the most dependable single setup.
Best for: Finished basements and high-water-table homes that can't risk a failure
View detailsSmart Sump Pump Alarm
Early warning to your phone before a failure becomes a flood.
Best for: Anyone who wants early warning — especially homeowners who travel
View details1/2 Horsepower Sump Pump
More capacity for heavy water loads and longer discharge runs.
Best for: Homes with heavier water loads, deeper pits, or long discharge runs
View details1/3 Horsepower Sump Pump
The everyday size for typical residential basement water loads.
Best for: Typical residential basements with average water loads
View details1 HP Sump Pump
High-capacity power for deep pits, high water tables, and big loads.
Best for: High water tables, deep pits, long/high discharge, and demanding sites
View detailsSump Pump Comparison
A quick side-by-side of the systems we install most.
| Pump Type | Best For | Horsepower | Est. Lifespan* | Backup Compatible |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cast-Iron Submersible | Most Littleton basements; debris/mineral resistance | 1/3–1/2 HP | 7–10 yrs | Yes |
| Pedestal | Narrow/shallow pits; crawl spaces with top access | 1/3–1/2 HP | 5–8 yrs | Yes |
| Battery Backup System | Power-outage protection during storms | 1/4–1/3 HP | 5–7 yrs pump / 3–5 yrs battery | Is the backup |
| Primary + Backup Combination | Finished basements; high water table | 1/3–1/2 HP primary | 7–10 yrs / 5–7 yrs | Yes (integrated) |
| High-Capacity Dual-Pit | Finishing basements; expansive clay saturation | 1/2–3/4 HP | 7–10 yrs | Yes |
* Estimated lifespan assumes routine testing and annual maintenance; estimates only and will vary by use and water conditions.
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What Homeowners Say
A few illustrative examples of the basement-water problems we help solve across the Littleton area.
Our sump pump quit during a spring storm and the basement started taking on water. They walked us through what to do, got out quickly, and replaced the pump with a backup. Dry ever since.
We were finishing our basement and wanted to do it right. They sized a system for our clay soil, added a battery backup, and ran the discharge well away from the house. Clear estimate, clean work.
The discharge line kept freezing every winter. They re-routed it below the frost line and the problem is gone. Friendly, local, and they explained everything.
Our older home always smelled musty downstairs. They found water wicking up where the wall meets the floor, put in a proper pit and pump, and the smell is finally gone.
I got three quotes, and theirs was the only one that actually explained what I was paying for. No pressure, tidy work, and they tested everything before they left.
The pump was cycling every couple of minutes and driving us crazy. Turned out the pit was undersized. They fixed it right and showed me how to test it myself.
Reflective of the homeowners we help across the Littleton area.
Protect Your Basement Before the Next Storm
Get professional sump pump help from a local Littleton specialist. Clear, upfront estimates and careful, clean workmanship.
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