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What Is a Smart Sump Pump Monitor – and Why Should I Care?
Understanding PumpSpy for People Who Don’t Speak ‘Plumbing’. If you’ve never thought about your sump pump, you’re not alone. Most people don’t know what it does, where it lives, or why it matters...
Flood Proofing 101: The 5 Most Overlooked Defenses (That Aren’t Sandbags)
When it comes to flood protection, most people picture the same things: sandbags at the door, wet vacs in the garage, maybe even elevating valuables off the basement floor. But in 2025, flooding...
Smart Basement, Safe Basement: How the Internet of Things is Revolutionizing Flood Protection
It wasn’t long ago that basement flood protection meant a dusty sump pump, a backup you hoped worked, and a prayer during storms. Today, that’s changing fast. The Internet of Things (IoT) has turned...
Flood Risk in America: What the Data Tells Us
Flooding is the most common and costly natural disaster in the United States, according to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). But despite the growing threat, many homeowners remain...
Storm Season Is Here: 5 Summer Thunderstorm Facts That Threaten Your Basement
Summer means longer days, cookouts, and weekend getaways, but it also marks the arrival of storm season. Thunderstorms, flash floods, and intense rainfall can sneak up fast and overwhelm your home’s...
What to Do When Your PumpSpy App Sends a High Water Alert
A high water alert from your PumpSpy app is not something to ignore. It’s your home’s way of waving a red flag that water levels in your sump pit are rising beyond normal, and if unchecked, can lead...
Top 3 Apps Every Homeowner Should Have This Summer
Summer is the season of sun, storms, and spontaneous weekend getaways. While you're making the most of the warm weather, your home still needs protection, especially from surprise downpours, flash...
Why Aging in Place Requires a Loud Alarm: How PumpSpy Helps Seniors Catch Flooding Fast
As more Americans choose to age in place, staying in their longtime homes rather than moving to assisted living, it's important to recognize the unique home safety risks they face. One of the most...
Why Summer Storms Can Be Just as Risky as Spring Floods
Heavy rainfall and poorly maintained sump pumps don’t mix. Here’s how to stay protected. When most people think of basement flooding, they picture melting snow and springtime rain. But ask any...