How Do You Install A Pedestal Sump Pump?
Sump pumps come in two varieties: a submersible pump, which rests on the floor of the sump, and a pedestal pump. A pedestal pump’s water intake rests on the floor of the sump, but its motor stands above the water line. The intake forms the bottom of the pedestal on which the motor rests. Both submersible and pedestal types are equipped with a float-controlled switch that triggers the pump when water in the sump reaches a preset level, and both must be connected to a discharge line. Remove and discard an existing sump pump, if present. Unplug the electric line and then disconnect the pump from the discharge line. Most pumps are connected to this line by a flexible rubber boot held in place by a clamp system. Clean the sump to remove debris, sand, small gravel or soil. Make certain that the sump depth meets the pump’s specifications (generally a minimum 24-inch depth) and that the floor is clean and level. Thread a correctly-sized PVC adapter into the discharge outlet and tighten with pl
