Protect Your Customer’s Home from Flooding Like a Pro

When the skies open and the streets start flooding, you know the calls are coming. Basements taking on water. HVAC units shorting out. Crawlspaces turning into swamps. It is not a matter of if, it is when. As a plumbing or HVAC pro, now is the time to help your customers get ready before the storm hits. 

Submersible Sump Pumps: Your First Line of Defense 

If you are not recommending a high-capacity submersible sump pump to customers in flood-prone areas, you are leaving them exposed to unnecessary risk. These pumps are built to keep basements and crawlspaces dry by moving water fast. Look for heavy-duty models with cast iron housings and thermal overload protection because lightweight plastic pumps will not survive the worst storms. 

Battery Backup Emergency Sump Pump Systems: When the Power Goes, These Kick In 

Flooding does not wait for the power company. A battery backup sump pump system is the insurance policy your customers never knew they needed until the power fails and the water starts rising. These systems activate automatically when the main pump stops or the power drops, buying valuable time and preventing expensive water damage. 

Pro tip: Choose systems with smart charging, long runtimes, and audible alarms. Peace of mind always has a backup plan. 

Water Leak Detectors: Stop Damage Before It Starts 

Not every water emergency is caused by a storm. Hidden leaks under sinks, inside walls, or around HVAC units can cause just as much damage over time. Smart water leak detectors are an easy upsell and an even smarter add-on. These Wi-Fi enabled sensors send instant alerts to your customer’s phone as soon as moisture is detected, saving drywall, flooring, and repair costs. 

Wet Switch Floor Detectors: HVAC Pros, This One is for You 

An air handler overflow pan is not enough on its own. Avoid callbacks and protect units with a wet switch floor detector. These devices shut off systems at the first sign of water, preventing electrical shorts, mold growth, and those dreaded calls from customers with wet ceilings. 

Whether the installation is in an attic, closet, or basement, this is the device that stops surprises before they start. 

Make Flood Season Your Busy Season 

The storms are coming, and that is opportunity knocking. Stock up, promote prevention, and give your customers the gear they need to stay dry and safe. When you help them avoid disaster, you are not just a contractor, you are a trusted professional who delivers peace of mind.