Don’t neglect maintenance on your sump pump, it could be one of the most costly mistakes you can make. Sump pumps have an average life of 10 years, depending on how often it runs, what type of ground water is near your home (mineral rich, bacteria, soil content) running through the pump and of course, the quality of the original pump installed. Regular maintenance will extend the life of your pump and insure that it is in working order when a water emergency arises.