Sump Pumps in Rex, GA

What kind of homes does Rex have, and how old are the pumps?

Rex is an unincorporated community in eastern Clayton County, centered on the historic Rex Mill and Rex Village near Cotton Indian Creek. Census survey figures put the median home at 1995, with about 20% built before 1980. That mix means some houses have pumps added to older crawl spaces years after construction, while many 1990s homes are still running the original unit. Either one can be close to the end of its life. A pump that hums without moving water, cycles every few seconds or has a rusted housing is due for a look.

Who's responsible for the pipes and the sewer?

Clayton County Water Authority provides water, sewer and stormwater service throughout the county, including Rex. CCWA's service line runs from the main to the meter; the line from the meter to the house belongs to the owner. CCWA's sewer is meant for household wastewater, so a sump pump plumbed into a laundry drain or cleanout should be rerouted outdoors. The water should end up on the yard, where the ground slopes away from the foundation and gives it room to soak in.

Do I need to worry about backflow if I add a water-powered backup?

Ask first. CCWA installs backflow devices at customer connections and tests them every year with its own state-certified specialists, so homeowners don't hire a tester for that device. A water-powered backup adds another connection to the drinking water line inside the house, and the plumber can tell you whether it needs its own protection. For many homes a battery backup with a high-water alarm is the simpler way to cover a power outage.

Permits in Rex

Because Rex is unincorporated, Clayton County Community Development's Building Permits section handles plumbing permits from its office in Jonesboro. A same-for-same pump swap is usually treated as a repair; new piping may need a permit. If water is rising when you call, switch off the pump's breaker before going near it, and keep children and pets away from the wet area until the plumber arrives.