Sump Pump Runs Constantly: A Fall River Fix

2026-05-15

Plumbing Guide

A sump pump that never shuts off has a switch or check valve problem. Here is the Fall River guide.

Sump Pump Runs Constantly: A Fall River Fix

The switch

A stuck float switch keeps the pump running even after the pit drains.

The check valve

A failed check valve lets discharged water flow back into the pit, restarting the pump.

The fix

Free the float or replace the check valve.

The call

A constantly running pump burns out fast. Call 888-217-3585 and Fall River Plumbing Pros will match you with a Fall River pro.

Plumbing in Fall River: what to know

In Fall River, freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes. Pros in our network know the local quirks and bring the right parts on the first visit.

Across Bristol County — from New Bedford, Taunton and East Providence to ZIP codes like 02720, 02723, 02726 — homeowners deal with the same kinds of issues. The tips above apply locally, and when a job goes beyond a quick fix, a vetted local pro is only a call away.

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