How to Quiet a Sump Pump

A sump pump is a must have item for those whose homes are built on low land or areas that receive a lot of precipitation. Unfortunately, they also can be very noisy contraptions. If your sump pump makes more than desired noise, you can try turning down its volume through vibrational checks and insulation.

Things You'll Need

• Foam insulting tube
• Knife
• Sump pump cover
• Drill
• Kwik foam

Instructions

Pipe

1. Locate the discharge pipe. It may be magnifying the sound of the pump by vibrating on a wall or anything else sticking out.

2. Cut the foam insulation tube lengthwise with the knife.

3. Place the insulation tube around the discharge pipe to minimize the contact between the wall or other protrusion and the pipe.

Pump

1. Drill holes in the sump pump cover.

2. Place the sump pump cover into position over the pump.

3. Insert the nozzle of the Kwik foam container into one of the holes drilled into the pump cover.

4. Spray the quick foam into the area around the pump. Repeat for each hole drilled.

5. Allow the Kwik foam to set.

Resources

• Sump pump articles and info