Sump Pumps
Basement waterproofing systems rely on a sump pump as the final mechanism to get the water out. If your sump pump fails your basement can flood. Our trucks are stocked with sump pumps so we can replace your old one right away.
Sewage Ejector Pumps
What in the world is a sewage ejector pump? If your home has a bathroom below the level of your main sewer line, you must have a sewage ejector pump. Its purpose is to lift the sewage to the level of the sewer line so it can flow out of the house to the community sewer or a septic tank. You may have a sewage ejector pump even if your bathroom is nearly level with the sewer line or septic tank, if the waste water cannot flow fast enough by gravity alone.
Grinder Pumps
A sewage grinder pump is a variation on the sewage ejector pump. As its name implies, it uses a garbage disposal-type grinder (or macerator) to turn the effluent into a slurry before it is pumped out. While sewage grinder pumps are more expensive, they do greatly reduce the potential for clogs farther down the line.
What shouldn’t I flush?
Whether you have a sewage ejector pump or a sewage grinder pump,it is especially critical to avoid flushing items like feminine hygiene products or condoms. These can create big problems in any system, but with sewage grinder pumps, the damage can be even more severe and expensive to repair.
Repair & Maintenance
Unless you’re very familiar with these systems, replacing a sewage ejector pump is not a do-it-yourself project. Properly sizing the pump to meet your home’s plumbing is complex and it’s worth the expense to have a professional do the work and ensure it meets plumbing codes.
