diy sump pump replace

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JoeF77

Discussion Starter · Dec 19, 2015

just moved to a home that has a sump pump that works but has no backup power , this isnt a flood zone but has a high water table in lake hiawatha nj , what is a good sump pump with a backup thats not too pricey and should i go with a battery or water power backup and how difficult are they to install?

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plumberinlaw

· #2 · Dec 19, 2015

go with a zoeller

throrope

· #3 · Dec 19, 2015

Never thought this existed.
http://www.amazon.com/Basepump-Water-Powered-Backup-Sump/dp/B000GBUU7G

I doubt you'll find an electric pump with integral back-up and the computer style UPS units don't create an alternating current suitable for operation of a motor or provide the required in-rush current. Unless you're planning on being home with a typical portable generator, you'll likely need one of these.
http://www.amazon.com/Generac-PowerPact-Air-Cooled-Standby-Generator/dp/B00PX13E54/ref=sr_1_6?s=lawn-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1450567909&sr=1-6&keywords=generac+back-up+generator&refinements=p_89%3AGenerac

Ghostmaker

· #4 · Dec 20, 2015

If you use that water backup make sure you install a testable back flow on it or you may drink your sump water.

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oh'mike

· #5 · Dec 20, 2015

Sadly, most municipalities do not allow the water powered pumps---at least in this area.

Ghostmaker

· #6 · Dec 20, 2015

We allow them in Ohio but you must install an RPP back flow that is tested annually.

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