Sump Pumps in Hallowell, ME
Failed or aging sump pump? We replace it with a properly sized unit and can add a battery backup.
Sump Pumps for Hallowell Homeowners
Hallowell sits within the territory RJC Plumbing covers out of Augusta every week — so a call for sump pumps gets a plumber who already knows the local housing and permit process, not a first-timer.
A sump pump that fails during spring melt can flood a basement fast. RJC Plumbing replaces failed sump pumps with a properly sized unit and adds battery backup systems for homes across Augusta and Central Maine.
What sump pump work do we handle?
We replace sump pumps that have stopped working, are running constantly, or are simply worn out, and we service the rest of the system while we are there.
The new pump is sized to the job rather than grabbed off a shelf, and we can add a battery backup system so the pump keeps running when the power goes out.
Spring melt and basement water in Central Maine
Snowmelt and spring rain put extra water around foundations in Augusta, Hallowell, Gardiner and the surrounding towns, and a sump pump that has sat idle all winter suddenly has work to do.
If your pump failed during spring melt, call us. Sump pumps that failed are replaced with a properly sized unit and, if wanted, a battery backup.
Why add a battery backup?
A standard sump pump needs power to run. Storms that bring heavy rain can also take the power out, which is exactly when the pump is needed most.
A battery backup system gives the sump a second way to keep running during a power outage. We can add one to a new pump or to the pump you already have.
What to expect when you call
A real person answers the phone. Tell us what the pump is doing and we will let you know how soon we can get there — same-day service is often available.
You get a clear explanation of what failed and a price before we start. Estimates are free, pricing is upfront, and there are no hidden fees.
Why Hallowell Chooses RJC Plumbing
- A local, family-owned crew that already knows Hallowell's streets and housing stock
- A written, upfront price — no surprises on the invoice
- We keep room in the schedule for the calls that are genuinely urgent
- Licensed, insured, and background-checked, and a real person picks up when you call
Hallowell's Homes and Plumbing
The Hallowell Water District serves all of Hallowell and parts of Chelsea and Farmingdale. Until 1991 it drew from Jamie’s Pond; since then it has used two 85-foot gravel-packed wells in Chelsea. Wastewater is handled by the Greater Augusta Utility District. The city’s Code Enforcement Officer also serves as Local Plumbing Inspector for work that needs a permit.
We also serve Hallowell’s neighbors in Augusta, Farmingdale and Manchester. See every town on our service areas page.
Family-Owned, Not a Franchise
There is no franchise behind RJC Plumbing — just a family-owned crew based in Augusta that has worked Hallowell since 2022. Every job gets the same standard: an upfront price, quality parts, and a straight answer about what actually needs fixing. Doing the job right the first time is how we keep a customer for years, not just one visit.
Hallowell at a Glance
What the housing stock, water and sewer setup mean for a plumbing job here.
2,570
Population (Census / ACS estimate)
Median year built: 1938
Galvanized steel and early copper are common — a lot of homes here predate 1940.
Water
Hallowell Water District
Sewer
Greater Augusta Utility District (GAUD)
Natural Gas
Summit Natural Gas of Maine
Code Office
Hallowell Code Enforcement Office
Main Heating Fuels (relevant to water heater choice)
- Heating oil 42%
- Natural gas 17%
- Electricity 14%
- Other 26%
Sources: en.wikipedia.org · en.wikipedia.org · api.censusreporter.org · hallowell.govoffice.com · hallowellwaterdistrict.com · greateraugustautilitydistrict.org
Codes & Permits for Sump Pumps in Hallowell
In Hallowell, plumbing permits come from the Local Plumbing Inspector at the Hallowell Code Enforcement Office (1 Winthrop Street, Hallowell, ME 04347, (207) 430-4405). With 2,570 residents, Hallowell is under the 4,000-resident line at which Maine requires a town to enforce MUBEC. Hallowell's public water supply is not drawn from within the city itself but from well fields in neighboring Chelsea — useful context when discussing private wells vs. district water with customers.
- Sewer utilities in Maine commonly bar sump-pump, footing-drain and other clear/storm-water discharges from the sanitary sewer. Greater Augusta Utility District's Sewer Use Ordinance, for example, prohibits contributing "stormwater, surface water, groundwater...roof runoff, subsurface drainage...unless specifically authorized by the General Manager" — the mechanism that keeps a sump pump off the sanitary side without a specific exception. files.aptuitivcdn.com
- The Maine Plumbers' Examining Board (within the Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation, Department of Professional and Financial Regulation) licenses plumbers statewide and maintains the plumbing rules and laws (Title 32, Chapter 49); day-to-day permit issuance and inspection for a given town is carried out locally by a Local Plumbing Inspector (LPI), who is often the same person as the municipality's Code Enforcement Officer. maine.gov
How RJC Plumbing Handles Sump Pumps in Hallowell
- Greater Augusta Utility District (GAUD)'s sewer rules bar groundwater and stormwater discharges from the sanitary side, the same standard behind most Maine sewer ordinances — so a sump pump job always routes the discharge line outside, never into the sewer cleanout.
- Given Hallowell's spot along the water, a finished basement here needs a pump sized for real spring groundwater, not just a light rain — and a battery backup, since the worst storms are usually the ones that knock out power.
A brick historic building along Second Street in Hallowell, near Hallowell City Hall.
Street View © Google
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September 2026
“Great communication and service. Josh provided an estimated arrival time on the day and was on time. The service was quick and professional. I also really liked that there was someone on the office. Madison provided excellent updates and communication.”
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July 2026
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July 2026
“Riley and his crew are awesome guys! They handled all the plumbing in our new bathroom. They were efficient and finished the project in the timeframe they had quoted. Riley and his guys made us feel so comfortable that we left him at our home alone while we ran errands.”
Michael Giroux
June 2026
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Mudiwa Mupotsa-Giroux
June 2026
“Riley called to let us know when he would arrive. He was very knowledgeable, polite, and answered all of our questions. The work completed was very professional and thorough. We hope to use them again.”
Paul Perzanoski
June 2026
Sump Pumps Questions from Hallowell Homeowners
Do you install and replace sump pumps?
Yes. We replace failed or worn-out sump pumps with a properly sized unit and service the rest of the sump system while we are on site.
Can you add a battery backup to my sump pump?
Yes. We can add a battery backup system to a new or existing sump pump so the basement stays dry during a power outage.
My sump pump stopped working during spring melt — how fast can you come out?
Same-day service is often available for active water problems. Call (207) 549-0064 and tell us what is happening — a real person answers the phone.
How do you choose the right size sump pump?
We look at how much water the sump takes on and how far the pump has to push it, then install a properly sized unit instead of a one-size-fits-all pump.
Is the sump pump estimate free?
Yes. Estimates are free with no obligation, and you get the price before any work begins. There are no hidden fees.
Which towns do you cover for sump pump service?
Augusta, Hallowell, Gardiner, Farmingdale, Manchester, Winthrop and Waterville, plus the surrounding Kennebec County towns. If you are unsure, call and we will tell you right away.
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