Sump Pump & Battery Back Backup Service's - HT Strenger Plumbing & Sewer

A primary sump pump is only as reliable as the power feeding it. In Lake County and across the Chicagoland suburbs, the worst basement floods tend to happen on the same night the lights go out: a summer thunderstorm dumps two inches of rain in an hour, the wind takes down a ComEd feeder, and the pump that would have handled the water sits silent in the pit.

A backup system is the answer to that problem. Since 1911, HT Strenger has been sizing, installing, and servicing backup sump systems for finished basements throughout northern Illinois.

Sump Pump Backup System

When the power goes out, is your basement protected? Installing a backup system is the only way to ensure your basement stays dry when the electricity is interrupted.

A flooded basement can cost thousands in water mitigation efforts. From ruined items, to mold and mildew, even “small” floods can be very costly.

Let HT Strenger’s certified plumbers create the backup system you can depend on to keep the flood waters out.

Prevent Sump Pump Failure & water Damage

Why a Backup Sump Pump Matters in Northern Illinois

The greater Chicago area receives an average of about 38 inches of rain per year, with the heaviest bursts occurring between May and August, according to the National Weather Service Chicago office. Those same storms drive most of the region’s power outages. When a homeowner has a finished basement, a family room, a home office, or a mechanical room down there, a single pump failure during a storm can turn into a five-figure claim. A backup system exists to keep the pit emptying while the primary pump is offline for any reason: outage, tripped breaker, stuck float, burned motor, or a clogged check valve.

Insurance, Finished Basements, and Real Costs

Standard homeowners policies do not cover sump pump failure by default. Coverage is usually an added rider called water backup and sump overflow coverage, and limits are often capped at $5,000 or $10,000 unless increased, per the Insurance Information Institute.

A finished basement in Grayslake or Lake Forest can easily hold that much in drywall, flooring, and cabinetry alone. A properly installed backup system is one of the least expensive ways to protect that investment.

Battery Backup Sump Pump

A battery backup system is a battery and a secondary pump that provides power to the main pump when the power goes out or if the sump pump fails. It’s an important addition to any sump pump system, as power outages can often occur during heavy storms or flooding.
Some reasons why you should consider installing a battery backup system for your sump pump are:

Power outages: A battery backup system ensures that your sump pump will keep working during a power outage.
Heavy rainfall: During heavy periods of rainfall, there is a risk of the main pump not keeping up causing flooding and water damage.
Mechanical failures: Even the most reliable sump pumps can experience mechanical failures.
Peace of mind: Have our skilled and experienced technicians install a battery backup system at your home.

Alarms, WiFi Monitoring, and Peace of Mind

A backup pump is only useful if a homeowner knows it ran. Modern installations include a high water float alarm at minimum, and increasingly a WiFi-connected monitor such as PumpSpy or a Basepump controller. These devices text or email when the primary runs long, when the backup activates, when battery voltage drops, or when the sensor loses power. For anyone who travels, rents out a lower level, or keeps finished space downstairs, remote monitoring turns a silent failure into a phone notification.

Schedule a Backup System Assessment

HT Strenger is a family owned Illinois plumbing contractor operating under license #055-013973 with an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau. A licensed plumber can inspect the current pit, measure discharge head, and recommend the right backup for the home. To schedule an assessment or a quarterly service visit, contact HT Strenger or call 847-234-9440.