Sump Pump Repair and Replacement in Detroit, MI
WaterWork Plumbing repairs and replaces sump pumps for homes and businesses in Detroit, MI. Detroits older homes drain into a combined sewer that surcharges in heavy rain, as the 2014 and 2021 floods showed, so a sump pump with a check valve and a battery backup is a key line of defense for the basement. You can learn more at the City of Detroit.
Most sump pumps last about 7 to 10 years, and they tend to fail at the worst possible time, during a heavy storm when the power goes out. We repair pumps that have quit, replace ones that are worn out, and install battery backup pumps and check valves so your basement stays protected even when the grid does not. If your pump runs constantly, cycles oddly, or cannot keep up, it is time to have it checked.
Why Detroit Basements Rely on a Working Sump Pump
When groundwater rises or a storm overwhelms the system, the sump pump is what keeps your basement dry. A properly working setup:
✔ Pumps groundwater out of the pit before it floods your basement✔ Protects finished basements, furnaces, and water heaters
✔ Keeps working through a storm outage when it has a battery backup
✔ Stops pumped water from flowing back in with a good check valve
Our Sump Pump Process
We keep it simple and thorough:
Step 1: Inspection
We test the pump, float switch, check valve, and discharge line to find out what is failing.
Step 2: Repair or Replacement
We repair what we can, or replace a worn-out pump with the right size for your pit and add a battery backup if you want one.
Step 3: Test and Protect
We run the system, confirm it cycles and discharges correctly, and make sure your basement is protected before we leave.
Why Detroit Homeowners Trust WaterWork Plumbing
WaterWork Plumbing has served Wayne County and the Metro Detroit area since 2006. Our founder, David Foltz, is a licensed master plumber (Michigan license #8003885), and we carry $1 million in insurance. We install and service primary and battery backup sump pumps, and we answer the phone 24/7 when a storm is coming or a basement is already taking on water.
✔ Licensed and insured Michigan plumbers✔ Primary and battery backup sump pump installation
✔ Fast service before and after big storms
✔ Upfront pricing with no hidden fees
Schedule Your Sump Pump Service in Detroit Today
If your pump is failing, aging out, or you want a backup before the next storm, WaterWork Plumbing can help. Call us or reach out online to schedule sump pump service in Detroit, MI.

