For most average-sized homes in areas with average water tables, a 1/3 HP sump pump should be sufficient. Typically, 1/3 HP pumps can handle 7′ – 10′ vertical lifts from the sump pit if they have one 90-degree elbow and a horizontal pipe run between 3 feet and 25 feet
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How Do You Measure A Sump Pump Basin
Determine System Capacity Existing Construction: During a heavy rain, stick a ruler in the basin and measure how many inches of water flow into the basin in 60 seconds. The easiest way to perform this test is to wait for a very wet, rainy day, and then run your sump pump until the water recedes to the shutoff level
How Deep Should A Sump Pump Basin Be?
Most sump pumps and basins should be installed 3 feet deep but the exact depth depends on your local soil conditions and the amount of floodwater you expect to receive. Deeper pits can collect more water but will require a more powerful pump to drain all the water before overflowing the pit
What Size Sump Pump Basin Should I Use?
For most average-sized homes in areas with average water tables, a 1/3 HP sump pump should be sufficient. Typically, 1/3 HP pumps can handle 7' – 10' vertical lifts from the sump pit if they have one 90-degree elbow and a horizontal pipe run between 3 feet and 25 feet
