Do not upgrade version 1.9 to version 1.10. 1.10 is a new release which makes changes to the folder structure of the application and requires a fresh install. Read the install instructions carefully before proceeding.
Raspi-sump is a sump pit water level monitoring system that uses a Raspberry Pi and an Ultrasonic Sensor (HC-SR04).
Currently the system monitors the water level in your pit at defined intervals. It sends email sms alerts if the water reaches a critical level, indicating a possible sump pump failure.
Verison 1.10 - Raspi-Sump is now installed in a virtual environment that uses Python3-virtualenv. This will require an uninstall of version 1.9 and a reinstall of Raspi-Sump with new install instructions. You will not lose any of your configuration settings.
See the changelog for the latest information on Raspi-Sump features.
All models up to and including RaspberryPi 4
Raspberry Pi5 is not supported
Raspi-Sump now supports Raspberry Pi OS 12 (Bookworm) and Raspberry Pi OS 11 (Bullseye) as of version 1.10 which installs Raspi-Sump in a Python3 virtual environment.
Raspi-Sump version 1.9.4 is still supported on Raspberry Pi OS 11 (Bullseye) but is now depracated in favour of version 1.10. No new features will be added to version 1.9.
Support for Raspberry Pi OS 11 (Bullseye) ends on August 31st, 2026.
Old versions of Raspbian OS (10 and below) are no longer supported.
Raspi-Sump follows the Debian release schedule published on the Debian Linux Wiki
Discuss and get support from other users. Email ([email protected]) for an invite link.
Full install instructions are located at https://github.com/alaudet/raspi-sump/blob/master/docs/install.md
Upgrade an existing version by using the official upgrade instructions at https://github.com/alaudet/raspi-sump/blob/master/docs/upgrade.md
Further details provided at https://www.linuxnorth.org/raspi-sump/
You are welcome to use Raspi-Sump but there is no guarantee it will work. Your house may still flood if your sump pump fails. This software comes with no warranty. See License details.
This is not a replacement for a properly maintained water pumping system. It is a passive monitoring tool to give yourself extra peace-of-mind.
Best practices include:
- A backup pump that triggers at a slightly higher water level than your main pump.
- The secondary pump should be connected to a seperate dedicated electrical breaker.
- You should also have an alternate power source (generator or sump battery backup) that can provide power to your pump should you have an extended outage during the spring or other unseasonally wet time of year.
- if you are building a new home, pay attention to the grade of your property, as you may be able to let gravity empty your pit for you. That would be the best approach with a sump pump for backup protection against pipe clogs and Raspi-Sump for monitoring.
Raspi-Sump is released under the MIT License.
Please refer to the Contributing Guidelines before issuing a pull request.