More rain! More frequent and intense cloudbursts! All this often leads to many basements being flooded. This can be costly and cause damage to the house. The MULTIBOX all-in-one emergency sump pump kit helps you be prepared and helps your customers fast!
Heavier rain showers increase the risk of flooded basements
Weather maps from the past 100 years show what many homeowners with basements can confirm – that rainfall amounts are increasing year by year. This can lead to floods, which can become an expensive acquaintance. Pipe bursts can also cause flooded basements. Regardless of the cause, unwanted water can result in damage to belongings and pose a risk of Mold formation if not addressed quickly. Once the basement is flooded, it is crucial to transport the water away as quickly as possible to minimize damage. One solution can be the Grundfos MULTIBOX, a complete emergency drainage pump solution that helps get rid of the water in the basement quickly and efficiently. The pump solution is ready to use in just a few minutes and easy to operate.
In the video, we show how to use the solution – whether it is to empty the basement of water, drainage pump for garden pond or pool.
Minimize damage after cloud burst
Flash floods1, because of cloud bursts, and urban flooding are increasingly common in Europe due to more intensive short-term rainfall, especially in the Mediterranean and Eastern Europe. Slower-moving intense rainstorms cause more floods, as seen recently in Germany, Belgium, and the Netherlands, leading to significant casualties and damage2.
The risk of more and larger floods makes many homeowners prepare for a quick response. The damage typically occurs when the public sewer system cannot handle the large amounts of water that a cloudburst brings. The overload means that the water is pushed back into the sewers and up into the basements. In addition to damage to the house, the water destroys furniture, appliances, and stored belongings every year. These are damages that can be minimized through a quick response.
All-in-One Emergency Kit
The idea behind MULTIBOX is quite simple. It contains all the components you need if the basement is flooded. And the quicker you act; the less damage occurs.
The solution consists of:
UNILIFT CC7 drainage pump with attached Storz-C coupling
A multifunctional filter box
15-meter discharge hose with protective cap
Additional UNILIFT CC adapter, which fits several hose sizes
Suction down to a water level of 3 mm
In the event of a flood, the pump's suction capability is crucial. With the UNILIFT CC pump, included in the MULTIBOX solution, you can pump out water down to a water level of 3 mm (by removing the strainer), whereas most other pumps can only pump down to a water level of 3 cm. In a 100 m² basement, this means 2,700 litres less water that you need to remove with a cloth and bucket.
The MULTIBOX can, of course, be used for purposes other than flooded basements - for example, if you want to empty the garden pond or swimming pool.
Looking for a more permanent solution?
Read how the UNILIFT KP transformed John’s basement and how it can benefit your clients too. As an installer, you can offer this solution to your customers, helping them protect their homes from water damage.
Drainage pumps for inside or outside the home
As a rule, domestic wastewater is discharged without additional facilities via a natural slope. It’s only when problems with backwater and flooded cellars occur, appropriate measures must be taken.
Grundfos offers a wide range of particularly reliable and efficient solutions for all building drainage tasks.
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