Keeping a sump pump in good working order is an essential part of keeping your basement and your whole home safe and healthy. When sump pumps are working the way they're supposed to, you will find that they do quite a lot to keep water from pooling in your basement. Since this can have a big impact on how fast mold develops in your basement, it's smart to take this seriously. Spend some time getting quotes from contractors before you hire someone to repair your sump pump. You want to be sure that you're working with someone who can work within the constraints of your budget while still giving you quality results. You should also start thinking about what your standards are for when it's time to just replace the sump pump altogether. If your sump pump is very old, you'll probably end up spending more money on repairs over the next five years than you would spend on just buying a new pump. These are considerations that your contractor should be able to walk you through easily.