While you’ve likely heard of a sump pump that is installed in a basement to help ensure water that gets inside is quickly drained away, you may not have heard much about sewage pumps. However, these handy devices not only do the dirty work of getting rid of sewage from your home, but also make it possible for you and your family to have that convenient bathroom in your basement. Yet when the time comes when you decide to move forward with building that basement bathroom or start to experience problems with your sewer, the folks to call are right here at Boss Plumbing.
What Does a Sewage Pump Do?
Like its name implies, a sewage pump carries away the waste and sludge from your home to either a nearby septic tank or a city sanitation system. In the case of a basement bathroom, it is often located about four feet below the sewage line entrance. Therefore, the sewage pump is needed to pump both water and waste up and out of your house. Needless to say, this installation must be done by an expert, which is why you should rely on technicians from Boss Plumbing.
What if I Experience Problems with a Sewage Pump?
If you start to experience various problems with your sewage pump, such as clogs or sewage lines that are slow and not draining properly, you can call on our highly-trained Boss Plumbing technicians to perform hydro-jetting services. Using water released at as much as 5,000 psi, blockages can be easily and quickly removed.
How is a Sewage Pump Installed?
While it may sound very complex, the fact is a sewage pump is installed very similarly to a sump pump. However, there are key differences. To begin with, you will need a vent pipe running outside of your home to remove gas and odors associated with waste. Also, sewage pumps have about three times the capacity of a sump pump, and have more power and torque. However, they are designed to run less often than a sump pump, meaning they should be very durable.
What is the Cost of a Sewage Pump?
Since there are many different types of sewage pumps, prices can vary. On average, most sewage pumps range in price from $350 to more than $1,000. But like most things in life, you tend to get what you pay for, so keep this in mind. By talking to us here at Boss Plumbing, you can learn about various features of different pumps, allowing you to make a well-informed decision.
Whether you need to have a sewage pump installed for a basement bathroom or need your sewage pump serviced, let Boss Plumbing handle the job.
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