RobinSueBlack
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I am new to understanding how sump pumps effect other areas of the house and would like some help. One of my 2 sump pumps has stopped working (after the main power to the house was shut off by the electric co) and since then I notice efferescense on the cinderblock walls in some areas. If I look inside the pump I can see water sitting about a foot down. These sump pumps work with a french drain and also are tied into a bigger drainage system a ways back outside my property. Also, around the same time my first level powder room toilet started to overflow at times and run sluggish with a girgelly sound. I had the plumber out and he said the toilet was fine and that it may be the sewer lines. Could this all be connected? I had a water proofing co. out to my house and tried to sell me 10,000 dollar system, not even suggesting that I fix the one sump pump and see what happens. Can someone please help with educating me on this issues. The drainage system was put in by a reputable builder who built the house for himself and the first 2 years living here (I've been here 2 1/2 years) the basement was dry as toast. Thank you. Robin