Basement DefenderTM Blog
Welcome to the Basement DefenderTM blog! This is where we will post a variety of information from helpful tips to industry news to technical information about our products and the industry.![What Is a Battery Backup Sump Pump and Do You Need One? - Basement Defender](https://basementdefender.spiralytics.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Option-2-768x402.png)
What Is a Battery Backup Sump Pump and Do You Need One?
A battery backup sump pump is like insurance for your primary sump pump system. Find out everything you need to know about it here!
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Smart Sump Pump Monitoring System: Why Homeowners Need It
Don’t let a sump pump failure catch you off guard. Discover how a smart sump pump monitoring system can protect your home better here!
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Power Up Your Basement Wi-Fi with TP-Link for Basement Defender: The Ultimate Partnership for Secure and Seamless Connectivity
Discover the ultimate partnership for secure and seamless sump pump monitoring with TP-Link and Basement Defender. Learn more about it in this article!
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I Only Have 5G: How Do I Split My Network?
We hear this from time to time. Customers upgrade their service or get a new 5G router and the 2.4GHz has never been enabled or
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Iron Ochre Prevention
As a homeowner, it’s important to be aware of the potential issues that can arise in your home. One of these issues is iron ochre,
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Instantly Connect WiFi to the Basement Defender™ with this Step-By-Step Guide
If you’re looking for a reliable and easy way to connect your Basement Defender™ sump pump to the Basement Defender™ WiFi network, this guide is
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How to Remove a Sump Pump in 6 Steps
If you need to remove your sump pump, you can use this handy guide and video to show you how to remove a sump pump.
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How to Replace a Sump Pump: Part 1 – Check Valves
What you need to know about Check Valves and sump pumps. Check valves are one directional flaps that keep water from flowing back into your
Testing WiFi strength
Testing your WiFi strength doesn’t have to be hard! In fact, there are many free options for testing your WiFi strength on any of your
Wi-Fi Extender Instructions
To get the full use of your new Wi-Fi extender, our units require your new Wi-Fi extender to be configured in a certain way. Please
What is Wireless Interference and How to Resolve It?
What is Wireless Interference? The Basement Defender™ system communicates wirelessly to deliver push notifications and sump pump testing data. As a precaution, the system will
Should I Upgrade My Router?
Your router authorizes devices to access your internet connection and distributes internet bandwidth to those devices. If you run a connection check for any unit