Sump pump services
Sump pump services cover the installation, repair, and replacement of sump pumps — mechanical pumps set in a basement or crawlspace sump pit to remove accumulated groundwater before it floods the structure — for homes across Franklin and Nashville.
The basics
Scope includes primary pedestal and submersible pumps, sump pit work, discharge line installation, and check valve service. This is distinct from sewer ejector pumps, which move sewage out of below-grade bathrooms and fall under our septic services. Note that battery-backup sump systems are not currently offered.
Why customers call
Homeowners call for sump pump service when groundwater becomes a threat:
How we work
Our sump pump process sizes and installs the system correctly:
size, condition, and drainage-inlet adequacy
float mechanism, impeller, check valve, and discharge line
repair, replacement, or upgrade to a higher-capacity system
Proper pump sizing in gallons per hour relative to typical inflow, with a check valve at the outlet
never into the sanitary sewer, which is a Metro Nashville code violation
Testing under simulated flow, plus customer education on annual testing and debris clearance
Be proactive before storm season in spring for homes in known water-table areas, on a roughly 5-7 year replacement cycle, before finishing a basement, before landscaping that changes drainage, and at the purchase of a new home. React immediately to any pump failure during a storm, water rising in the pit despite the pump running, constant cycling in dry weather, or new basement moisture in a formerly dry space.
Homeowners with finished basements are the primary market — Franklin and Brentwood custom homes and older Nashville homes in Hillwood and Oak Hill. Also homeowners with moisture-prone crawlspaces (common in Middle Tennessee), real estate buyers in homes with past water issues, and property managers of buildings with below-grade mechanical rooms.
Cost & pricing
Cost drivers include pump capacity (GPH), access, concrete work, discharge routing, and any dedicated-circuit needs. Battery-backup systems are not currently offered. Final pricing depends on line length, depth, access, and condition; we confirm the exact figure after a free camera inspection. Financing is available through Synchrony and Service Finance.
Financing available through Synchrony and Service Finance.
A failed or neglected sump pump can be expensive. Basement flood damage runs high for finished spaces, below-grade HVAC equipment such as furnaces and water heaters can be destroyed, and mold remediation adds up depending on extent. There is also structural wood-frame damage, insurance friction if the pump was not maintained, and the loss of stored property. Keeping the pump tested and properly sized is far cheaper than a flooded basement.
Why Prodigy
Code-compliant discharge routing every time — Metro Nashville prohibits sump-to-sanitary-sewer ties, a common violation by non-specialists
Proper GPH pump sizing matched to your pit's typical inflow, not a one-size-fits-all swap
Integration with the rest of Prodigy's sewer and drain workflow — a sump can be installed during a basement bathroom rough-in, sewer scope, or drain repair visit
Technicians trained to troubleshoot pump-system failures and recommend repair or replacement honestly
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FAQ
A submersible sump pump installation runs $1,500–$3,000 (depending on pump and size), depending on the pump and pit size. We confirm the figure after assessing your pit, discharge routing, and any electrical needs.
Typical residential pumps last around 5-7 years. If yours is near that age, cycles oddly, or struggled in the last storm, it is worth replacing before the next one.
A backup protects you when the power goes out during a storm, exactly when the pump is needed most. Prodigy does not currently offer battery-backup systems, but we are glad to advise on your options.
No. Metro Nashville code prohibits tying a sump pump into the sanitary sewer. We route discharge to daylight or a storm drain so your system is code-compliant.
Free camera inspection
A properly sized, tested sump pump is your first line of defense against flooding. Call or text (629) 276-6322 for a free estimate.
