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What's the best way to test your sump pump?

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Correct Incorrect Pour a five-gallon bucket of water into the sump pit--A large bucket of water poured into your sump pit should be sufficient to make your pump turn on. If not, it may be broken.

What's the best way to test your sump pump?

• You can't
• Take it apart
• Pour a five-gallon bucket of water into the sump pit
• Drain your hot water tank onto your basement floor to simulate a flood