Sump Pumps in Lewiston, ME
Failed or aging sump pump? We replace it with a properly sized unit and can add a battery backup.
Sump Pumps for Lewiston Homeowners
When Lewiston homeowners need sump pumps, RJC Plumbing is the local call. We are based in Augusta, a short drive from Lewiston, so we get there quickly and already know the homes and permit process in your area.
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 Lewiston Chooses RJC Plumbing
- Family-owned since 2022, and Lewiston has been part of our territory the whole time
- Every job starts with a free estimate, no obligation attached
- A no-water or active-leak call jumps the queue, same day when possible
- Licensed, insured, and background-checked — call and you will reach a real person, not a call center
Lewiston's Homes and Plumbing
Lewiston and Auburn share their drinking water: the Auburn Water District draws from Lake Auburn and supplies both cities, and Lewiston’s own Electrical Services Division jointly operates a UV disinfection facility with the district. Wastewater goes to the Lewiston Auburn Clean Water Authority, the renamed successor to the long-running joint treatment authority known locally as LAWPC.
Because the two cities’ utilities are this intertwined, a plumbing problem on your side of the meter — a worn valve, a failing fixture, a cracked lateral — is squarely ours to handle regardless of which city’s infrastructure feeds the street. Our well pump repair service covers the smaller number of Lewiston properties still on a private well.
Family-Owned, Not a Franchise
Lewiston homeowners deal directly with RJC Plumbing's own crew — a family business, not a franchise with a call center. The company is small enough that the person who quotes the job is often the one who does it. We show up, fix the actual problem, and let the work speak for itself.
Lewiston at a Glance
What the housing stock, water and sewer setup mean for a plumbing job here.
37,121
Population (Census / ACS estimate)
Median year built: 1957
A mix of galvanized, copper and early PEX, depending on when a section was last replaced.
Water
Auburn Water District (jointly serves Lewiston and Auburn)
Sewer
Lewiston Auburn Clean Water Authority (LACWA, formerly known as LAWPC)
Code Office
Planning & Code Enforcement, City of Lewiston
Main Heating Fuels (relevant to water heater choice)
- Heating oil 53%
- Natural gas 23%
- Electricity 10%
- Other 14%
Sources: en.wikipedia.org · api.censusreporter.org · lewistonmaine.gov · lewistonmaine.gov · lewistonmaine.gov · summitnaturalgasmaine.com
Codes & Permits for Sump Pumps in Lewiston
In Lewiston, plumbing permits come from the Local Plumbing Inspector at the Planning & Code Enforcement, City of Lewiston (27 Pine Street, Lewiston, ME 04240, 207-513-3000). With 37,121 residents, Lewiston is required to enforce the Maine Uniform Building and Energy Code (MUBEC). The city's Electrical Services Division jointly operates a UV/chemical disinfection facility with the Auburn Water District for the shared Lewiston/Auburn water supply, reflecting how closely the two cities' utilities are intertwined.
- 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 Lewiston
- Like most Maine sewer utilities, Lewiston Auburn Clean Water Authority (LACWA, formerly known as LAWPC) does not allow a sump pump to discharge into its sanitary sewer, so every install we do here runs the discharge line to daylight, away from the foundation.
- Lewiston's low ground near the water sees high groundwater in spring and after big storms, which is exactly when a sump pump earns its keep — we size the pump to the pit and add a battery backup for the storms that take the power out too.
An industrial yard on Oxford Street near Simard-Payne Memorial Park, with Lewiston's historic mill buildings visible beyond.
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“very thorough and professional. took the time to explain possibility of results, I would use their service again and recommend to anyone”
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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.”
Daniel Philbrick
July 2026
“Great service and communication! I've been very pleased with their work!”
Marina Savage
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
“RJC came to do all the plumbing for our new bathroom. They always came on time and their professionalism was particularly noteworthy. They also kept their workspace clean and were respectful of our home. I would highly recommend them.”
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 Lewiston 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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