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Which sump pump type is better: Submersible or Column (Pedestal)?

April 26, 2017column pedestal pump submersible sump type

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Which sump pump type is better: Submersible or Column (Pedestal)?

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Both types of pumps are good. In many cases, the motors on pedestal pumps operate with less amp draw. This can make them more economical to run. Pedestal pump motors are cooled by air flow around them while submersible pumps are cooled by the cool ground water they sit in. Your particular installation may impact the cooling of the pump if you need to install the pump in a very tight area, for example, there may not be sufficient air flow or volume to cool a pedestal pump.