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 Sump Pump Automatic Plastic Pedestal 1 3 HP $49.57 Time Remaining: 3d 22h 15m |
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 Stevens Model SS45F Submersible Sump Pump Cast Iron $74.99 Time Remaining: 4d 16h 38m |
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 Sump Pump $79.00 Time Remaining: 4d 17h 5m |
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 Item image SIMER AUTOMATIC SUBMERSIBLE SUMP PUMP 1 3 HP 2957 NEW $69.99 Time Remaining: 5d 17h 20m |
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 Little Giant RS 5 599009 Low Water Automatic Cut off switch submersible sump $9.99 Time Remaining: 6d 3h 51m |
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 Wayne ESP25 12 Volt 3300 Gallons Per Hour Battery Back Up Sump Pump System $69.99 Time Remaining: 6d 3h 57m |
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 Wayne Wireless Sump Pump Flood Alert Monitoring System WSA120 $55.00 Time Remaining: 4d 40m |
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 PF92260 1 4HP Thermoplastic Auto Sump Pump 7190 $29.99 Time Remaining: 4d 17h 45m |
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 FLOTEC SUBMERSIBLE SUMP UTILITY PUMP MODEL FP0S1250X 08 $12.50 (5 Bids) Time Remaining: 1d 12h 30m |
Sump Pump
Get to Know Your Submersible Sump Pump
A sump pump is indispensable in any home with a basement. Basements are prone to damage because of dampness that happens during changes in weather conditions. They are also highly susceptible to flooding during rainy season. To keep your basement dry and useful for storage, you need to have some sort of basement waterproofing system that will accumulate the water down and away from your basement. Such a system would have great use for a submersible sump pump. A sump pump relocates and collects moisture and water that has accumulated in the basement, and concentrates the water towards a sump pit. Sump pumps have to major kinds: the submersible and the pedestal kind.
Why Go for a Submersible Pump?
Since a submersible pump goes inside the sump pit together with the motor, it creates less noise than a pedestal sump pump. It stays hidden and does not take up space inside your basement. It may also be more effective in draining your basement water than a pedestal pump, because a submersible pump can contain higher volumes of water. Also, if your sump pit water can get tiny particles in it, a submersible is more capable of handling water with solid components. A submersible pump is ideal for use in basements that are used for living or recreation, or if you have children and pets inside the house. The danger of a pedestal sump pump is that its motor is exposed and could potentially be tampered with by kids or animals. With a submersible pump, this concern is literally buried to the ground.
Options for Your Submersible Sump Pump
Submersible pumps for your sump pit may have one among four different types of switches or floats. A pedestal has only a tether float kind of switch.
- Tether floats - These kinds of floats hang on the side of the pump. They float when the water level inside the pit rises.
- Vertical floats - Vertical floats are attached to a rod and a ball inside the pit. With slight movement these floats move up and down
- Diaphragm - a diaphragm switch mimics a drum by becoming concave with increased water pressure. In turn, it activates the pump in the sump pit.
- Probe - This switch is controlled by a microprocessor. The technology senses water pressure and activates the pump.
Other Considerations
Take note that even though a submersible sump pump possesses a slew of benefits versus a pedestal pump, it also has its own set of disadvantages. For example, a submersible pump is harder to repair and clean than a pedestal. The pump needs to be turned off and extricated from the pit itself before it can be replaced. Also, submersible pumps are somewhat more expensive than pedestal ones. They might also need to have repairs more often than a pump motor that does not get wet.
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Whatever submersible sump pump you choose to buy, make sure that it fits the requirements of the sump pump pits that you already have in your basement. It may be best to get a pump that has an external indicator to warn you if the pit is already over capacity.
Sump pump..?
This is my first spring in a new home. My previous home was high on a hill with slopes all around. When it rains my pump runs about every 20 minutes. My builder says this is normal but is it?
I am about 75 feet from a two acre pond,all new construction and paranoid since my old house did not have a pump. Geat idea about a backup. I have only noticed the pump on when it has rained so I realize I am making nothing into something.
Thanks for your help.
Sump pumps are lifesavers. If you live in an area with a lot of moisture or a high water table, your basement is always at risk for flooding, but a quality sump pump redirects any incoming water away from your home's foundation. However, like all technology, these machines sometimes run into difficulties. They work almost all year round, sometimes for several hours a day (if there's heavy rainfall), and so they put up with a lot of abuse. They should work for about 10 years without replacement, but in the meantime they may require occasional maintenance. Here are some common questions you may encounter:
What Can I Do about Sump Pump Odor?
Like any drain, your pump has a trap that holds water in order to prevent sewage gas from backing up and entering into the home. If you're going through a dry spell and this drain has not been used for two or three weeks, the water in the trap has evaporated, allowing the gas to escape, thereby creating sump pump odor. So it's important to make sure there is always a least a little water in the trap at all times: just enough to cover the outgoing pipes and drain lines. To get rid of the smell though, concoct a diluted bleach solution (about one cup per gallon) and pour it into the basin until the float switch activates. Plus, scrubbing down the sides of the basin will help eliminate the smell.
But My Sump Pump Doesn't Run At All?
First, see if it is plugged in. It may sound silly, but you'd be surprised how many times the plug gets disconnected due to the machine's shifting vibrations or the water's ebb and flow. Next, because these appliances tend to use their own circuits, check for blown fuses. Since they're located near water, you'll probably have a GFI switch, so see if it has tripped as well. Or it may work, but it just hasn't had a chance: if it's been dry for a few weeks, pour water into the well to see if simply needs to be primed.
What If It Runs but It Doesn't Remove Water?
The easiest solution is to test the float. See if it is stuck on something that's impeding its activation: sump pumps often shift and settle so moving parts can often get tangled. Next, lift it out, remove its housing, and clear the screen. Since it's sitting at the bottom of a basin, sand, mud, rocks, and other debris may be trapped inside and impairing the impellor. It may be a good idea to set the apparatus slightly above the well floor, such as on bricks, and clear out the bottom so that there is less risk of future clogging. There could also be a clog somewhere else (such as in the discharge lines) or the drainage pipes could be air-locked, which means they'll need to be properly ventilated by a professional.
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What If My Power Goes Out?
The biggest problem with sump pumps is electrical outage. In a thunderstorm, water is constantly coming into your basement, but when the power goes out, it also turns off the one machine keeping your house dry. It's recommended you invest in a battery backup system: these gel-packs feed power to the pump so it can work for days without electricity from your main power source. It's great for when you're out of town during an outage: there's nothing worse than coming home from vacation to a swamped basement.
How Do I Know If It's the Right Size?
The other biggest sump pump problem comes with improper installation, so always call a trained plumber who has adequate experience with these specialized pieces of equipment. It may cost more but they can supply quality products with guaranteed installation (and they should always offer warrantees to back this up). Plus, they'll know which size works best for you: it'll usually be 110 volts or 1/3 horsepower, but it depends on your situation. Also, they'll know if the basin is the right size: it should be at least 2 feet across and 20 gallons in volume (any smaller and it'll constantly run or increase risk for entanglement).
If these simple repairs don't do the trick, the sump pump problems may be complicated. It doesn't necessarily mean replacement, but it does mean a professional plumber is needed. It may be that your drainage lines or pipes, your septic system or your tiling. These more in-depth repairs should be left to the experts. So when calling on technicians, make sure you have information ready for them: check the manufacture's warranty, get the model number, and any other appropriate information they may need in order to help.
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