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wall is bowed out 1 1/2 inches, half way up. It appears to be filled with a brown sort of maybe epoxy. The crack runs horizontal about half way up in a basement wall. The home has had interior waterproofing system put in 10 years ago. I am buying home and concerned. One structual person that came out says to replace wall, or steel channel it. But does not do or could offer costs. Then a builder suggested "carbon fiber" something about it being newer technology and stronger then steel. Hoping to not have to dig up a 43 ft long wall. All other walls intact. Another structual engineer is coming out to look, but they do repairs also. But it seems they might be bias so they can do work. House is 58 years old, and does appear that the landscaping might be sloping toward home, but is easily able to be fixed. House sat empty for 1 year and water did seep in from interior drainage system not being able to pump it all, so they installed another sump in hole plus added 2 battery back

When you say bowed "out" do you mean "out away from the house" or " out into the basement"? And, this crack, how big? Meaning, a "hairline", or a "gap" crack?
Either way, gap crack, and inward bow, mean big worries, that wall is what holds up the rest of the house, well, not the "whole" rest of the house, but enough to make a difference, if it's not there.
And, "carbon fiber" thats funny, unless you have large quantities of money.
You should probably call your local "dept. of building safety" and have them look at it.

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people with expirence in electicity ?.Can u cut the wires off a sump pump put alligator clips on each wire and clamp on a 12volt battery?

Look at the nameplate on the pump's motor. It will tell you what voltage the motor runs off of.
If it's AC, you can't use a battery. If it's DC, and it's 12 volts, then you can run off a battery for a short time. Then your battery will run down. If you hook up the wires backwards, your pump will run backwards and the water will pump in the wrong direction! It will also wreck your pump.
Also, I'm not sure how your pump is controlled. If you cut wires, you might ruin the switch.

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In 2/ 08, our basement flooded. We didn’t have a waterproof system, so everything was torn out. The contractor put in a baseboard, trench, and sump pump (with battery and backup pump). He verbally warranted his work for life and said it would be in writing when he is paid in full.

Last week, the pump stopped working. We called the contractor and a new pump was installed.

Tonight, we went downstairs and there was an inch of water on the floor. We immediately called the contractor. He told us that the pump had failed and went to get a new one. He told us that he had originally installed a 1/3 pump and it couldn’t handle the workload. To “hopefully fix it,” he installed a 1.5 horsepower pump and said we may need to get a ¾ pump.

My question is: should the contractor be responsible for knowing that a smaller sump pump will not work in a high water area (which HE mentioned)? My furniture and new walls are ruined… what are my options?
He did not say there would be a charge for the pump replacement. Considering his (lack of) work ethic, I would assume he will send a bill.

He did suggest that we go and buy another sump pump so that we have a spare if this happens again.
My final question… sorry this is so long…. Should he be reported?

When you rely on some thing mechanical you will always. have a problem. A basement should be able to handle a pump failure etc other wise you will have problems for ever.
An undersized pump is the contractors problem. This is typical of contractors they work down to a standard. I believe you should work above mini mun standards etc

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How much would it normally be to add a battery back up to an existing sump pump? Any other info is appreciated too.

To get a battery back up AND have someone put it in (recommended) would cost between $600-$800. There are also the hydronic (water-powered) pumps that have become pretty popular, but keep in mind that even though you're not using electricty you will run up your water bill when it is used. These, installed, run about $400-$650.
They are comparable. Brandwise, go with Zoeller for the battery back up and Liberty if you choose the hydronic.
Get some free estimates from some plumbers before you decide on anything. The way your current set-up is might decide waht would be best for you.

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Should I go with battery operated or water driven? Thanks.

go with the battery driven.

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