Sewage & Effluent

Sewage pumps are designed to be placed into a sewage basin, typically in the basement of your home, to assist in the removal of dirty water from your home.  Sewage pumps have a solids handling capability of 2”.  They operate with a switch – a tethered switch is ideal for sewage applications, as they are less likely to get hung up, which will extend the life of your sewage pump.  Sewage Pumps are available in a variety of constructions from corrosion resistant thermoplastic, heavy-duty stainless steel, and durable cast iron preferred by professionals. 

 

When choosing a sewage pump, consider the volume and horsepower you need.  More active sewage systems require a higher pumping capacity than a less active system.  A higher horsepower pump moves more volume faster.  If replacing a sewage pump you should choose a model equal to or greater than the horsepower of your current model.

 

Check valve replacement is recommended whenever a sewage pump is replaced.

 

Effluent pumps are typically used to pump gray water with up to ¾” size solids, generated by washing machines, sinks, showers, etc., away from the home.   They operate with a switch – a tethered switch is ideal for effluent applications, as they are less likely to get hung up, which will extend the life of your effluent pump.  Effluent Pumps are available in a variety of constructions from corrosion resistant thermoplastic to durable cast iron preferred by professionals. 

 

When choosing an effluent pump, consider the volume and horsepower you need.  If you are replacing an effluent pump you should MATCH the horsepower of your current pump to maintain optimal performance.