Hi Naomi,
I guess you're in the USA - I think sump pumps in basements are a
standard US fitting.
I think the reason you have one is that the basement leaks, and fills up
with water. I don't think a few cracks in the container will make a lot
of difference. Fix the pump, and see what happens then.
Andy
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