To install a sump pump, locate the lowest point in your basement, dig a hole for the basin, ensure proper drainage, and connect the pump to a discharge pipe leading away from the house. 

Here's a more detailed guide:

1. Planning and Preparation:

• Choose the Location:
  Select the lowest point in your basement, ideally near an electrical outlet and where the water can drain away from the house.

• Dig the Hole:
  Excavate a hole large enough for the sump pump basin, ensuring it's at least 3 feet deep and the basin rim is flush with the basement floor.

• Basin Placement:
  Place the sump pump basin in the hole, ensuring it's level and the rim is flush with the floor.

• Gravel:
  Place coarse gravel in the bottom of the hole to promote drainage and help water move into the sump basin.

• Discharge Pipe:
  Run a PVC pipe from the sump pump's discharge outlet to a location at least 10 feet away from the house, ideally further, to prevent water from pooling near the foundation.

Electrical Outlet:
Ensure a GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) outlet is close to the sump pump location. 

2. Installation:

Basin:
Place the sump pump basin in the hole, ensuring it's level and the rim is flush with the floor. 

Pump Placement:
Position the sump pump inside the basin, making sure it's level and the float switch is properly positioned. 

Discharge Pipe Connection:
Attach the PVC pipe to the sump pump's discharge outlet using PVC cement and primer. 

Electrical Connection:
Connect the sump pump to the electrical outlet, ensuring the GFCI outlet is functioning properly. 

Check Valve:
Install a check valve on the discharge pipe to prevent water from flowing back into the pump. 

Sealing:
Seal the area where the PVC pipe exits the house with paintable caulk. 

3. Testing and Final Touches:

• Test the Pump: Turn on the sump pump and check for leaks or any issues with the discharge pipe. 

• Clean Up: Clean up any debris from the excavation and ensure the area is tidy. 

• Consider a Backup Pump: For added protection, consider installing a backup sump pump.  

Components of a Sump Pump

1. Sump pit: The sump pit is embedded within the basement or crawl space floor. This reservoir collects water and holds it until the pump activates.

2. Pump: The pump resides within the sump pit. Once enough water enters, the pump will turn on and force it up and out of the discharge pipe.

3. Discharge pipe: The discharge pipe connects to the pump and travels out of the home. This pipe is responsible for conveying water out of your house.

4. Valve: It is vital to include a check valve in the design of your sump pit discharge pipe. These sophisticated valves allow water to travel up the pipe when the pump activates. Simultaneously, the valves prevent water from falling down the pipe and into the pump.

5. Cover: A sump pump cover is not essential to the main functionality of a sump pump, but it is excellent to include. The sump pump covers mask water in the pit stores, preventing foul odors from escaping.

6. Power supply: Every sump pump depends on a power supply to operate. Typically, these features connect to your home’s electrical network.

7. Battery backup: Having a battery backup is essential for a sump pump. These backup systems allow the pump to continue removing water from your basement even if the power goes out.

8. Floating switch: Many sump pumps include a floating switch in the pit. This switch allows a person to manually turn the pump on or off.