Sump Pump Installation, Sump Pit Excavation, and Battery Backups

in Simcoe County, Muskoka, Barrie, Orillia, Innisfil Collingwood, Bradford, Orangeville, Alliston.

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24/7 Emergency Sump Pump Repairs


A failed sump pump during heavy rainfall or spring thaw can flood your basement within hours. We provide 24/7 emergency sump pump replacement, switch repairs, and pit unclogging services throughout Simcoe County, Muskoka, Barrie, Orillia, and Collingwood.

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20+ Years of experience

Family-owned, locally operated and trusted across Simcoe County and Muskoka.

Licensed & insured technicians

Professional inspection, clear recommendations, and upfront pricing. BBB-accredited service.

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Approved repairs are completed within the agreed scope

or you do not pay.


Primary Sump Pump Installation & Replacement

A reliable primary sump pump is your home’s first line of defense against groundwater intrusion and basement flooding. Drain Right Now installs and replaces heavy-duty submersible sump pumps designed to handle continuous water inflow. Our primary sump pump services include:



  • Heavy-duty submersible sump pump installation
  • Failed or burnt-out sump pump replacement
  • Float switch testing and replacement
  • Check valve installation and noise reduction
  • Impeller cleaning and debris unclogging
  • Sump pump motor and electrical diagnostics


Our team calculates your basement's water volume requirements before installing a pump. We ensure your new pump delivers smooth, high-capacity discharge to keep your foundation dry during the heaviest storms.


New Sump Pit Excavation & Basin Setup

A secure underwater crib is essential for keeping your water intake line off the lakebed, preventing weed blockage, silt buildup, and organic debris from entering your pump. We build and install heavy-duty lake crib assemblies. Our intake placement services include:


  • Custom underwater crib assembly and weighting
  • Off-bottom intake pipe positioning
  • Filter screen and foot valve assembly installs
  • Shifted or buried crib repositioning
  • Intake line float and weight calibration
  • Lakebed debris clearing around intake lines


Preparation for clear, sand-free surface water

We carefully position and anchor your intake crib in deep, clear water away from boat traffic and heavy weed beds. Our goal is to secure a clean intake source that reduces maintenance on indoor filtration systems.


Battery Backup Sump Pump Systems

Severe severe storms that cause heavy flooding frequently knock out municipal electrical power, leaving primary pumps completely powerless. Drain Right Now installs dual-pump battery backup systems that kick in automatically when the main power fails. Our backup services include:


  • Battery backup sump pump system installation
  • Maintenance-free backup battery replacement
  • Dual-pump combination system retrofits
  • Smart charger and control box testing
  • High-water alarm and wifi notification setups
  • Backup float switch testing and calibration


Our battery backup systems operate seamlessly during extended blackouts. We provide high-capacity marine batteries and secondary pumps capable of clearing thousands of gallons of water on a single charge.


Sump Pump Discharge Line Routing & Thawing

If your sump pump's exterior discharge pipe is frozen, clogged, or draining too close to your foundation, water will recycle right back into your basement. We design, route, and thaw exterior sump discharge lines. Our discharge services include:


  • Exterior discharge pipe extensions away from foundation
  • Frozen discharge line thawing and heat trace line setups
  • Anti-freeze relief valve (IceGuard) installations
  • Underground pop-up emitter drainage runs
  • Clogged or crushed discharge pipe repairs
  • Check valve backflow prevention repairs


We route your discharge lines cleanly away from your home to prevent soil erosion and water recycling. Installing anti-freeze discharge valves prevents pump motor burnouts during severe winter freezes.


Sewage Ejector & Effluent Pump Installations

Basement bathrooms, laundry sinks, and below-grade plumbing fixtures require specialized sewage ejector or effluent pumps to lift wastewater up to the main sewer or septic line. Drain Right Now services and installs heavy-duty waste pumps. Our ejector services include:


  • Basement sewage ejector pump installation
  • Effluent pump replacement for septic tanks
  • Sealed sewage pit lid and vent line repairs
  • Grinder pump upgrades for solid waste
  • High-level sewage alarm troubleshooting
  • Complete wastewater lift station diagnostics


Evaluation for safe, odor-free waste removal

We inspect your waste lines and vent connections before servicing or installing an ejector pump. Our team ensures your basement waste system operates quietly, cleanly, and completely free of sewer gas odors.

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FAQs

  • How long does a primary sump pump typically last?

    Most primary submersible sump pumps have an average operational lifespan of 7 to 10 years. If your pump is over 7 years old, makes loud humming noises, or cycles constantly during light rain, it should be inspected or replaced before a major storm hits.

  • Why is my sump pump running continuously even when it isn't raining?

    Intake cribs should ideally be set in at least 8 to 10 feet of water, elevated roughly 2 to 3 feet off the lakebed. This prevents the pump from pulling in bottom silt, weeds, or surface debris while keeping the line safe from surface ice during winter freezes.

  • What happens to my sump pump if the power goes out during a storm?

    Standard primary sump pumps run on household AC power and will stop working immediately during a blackout. Installing an automatic battery backup sump pump system ensures a secondary pump takes over instantly, keeping your basement dry until main power is restored.