Plumbing Pumps

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Guide to Pumps Used In Plumbing Applications

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This is a guide to the different types of pumps used in various plumbing applications.

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Guide to Pumps Used In

Plumbing Applications

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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

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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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