Post on 14-May-2015
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Guide to Pumps Used In
Plumbing Applications
There are a few different types of pumps used in plumbing applications to remove excess water and unwanted wastewater.
The most commonly used pumps include:
1 – Sump pumps
2 – Effluent pumps
3 – Sewage pumps
4 – Grinder pumps
Learn More About Different Plumbing Pumps
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1 – Sump Pumps
• Used to remove excess water in sump pits (also known as basins)
• Commonly used in flood-prone basements of homes
• Sump pumps are either submersible or pedestal
• Submersible pumps work while under water
• Pedestal pumps are held up by supports and start operating when water reaches a certain level
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Learn More About Effluent Pumps
2 – Effluent Pumps
• Used to transfer effluent wastewater, which is the gray wastewater left over after solids have settled
• Commonly used in septic line and sanitary sump drainage applications
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3 – Sewage Pumps
• Used to remove liquids that contain solid pieces up to about 2 inches wide without getting clogged
• Commonly used in sewerage, septic line, and drainage applications
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Learn More About Grinder Pumps
4 – Grinder Pumps
• Used to break down solids into smaller pieces before being passed through
• Commonly used in light commercial and residential applications for wastewater from appliances (toilets, washing machines, bathtubs, etc.) to pass through
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