How to replace a SUMP PUMP so it lasts FOREVER!

[@jongreen9250]

I don't think I've ever seen a broom in an electricians van. Kneeling on a cut piece of wire really wakes you up. Thank you for sharing your knowledge

[@SmedleyPlumbing]

You bet!

[@franknewberry7250]

Shot coffee out my nose over that closing comment. Actually, Electricians use the “boot broom” method, just need to find the closest floor register, lift the vent grille and finish up with a carefully aimed shuffle.

[@SmedleyPlumbing]

They think they're above the law! 😂

[@bradgriffith8680]

Thank you and I appreciate your time making the videos very knowledgeable and very helpful that my first sump pump!

[@SmedleyPlumbing]

You're welcome!

[@rcsellery]

Came for the sump pump content, stayed for the shots taken at sparkies!! In all seriousness, you do a great job of explaining concepts -- thanks for the content!

[@SmedleyPlumbing]

We're always taking shots at sparkies!

[@johnhawthorne4249]

Probably the best explanation for installing a sump pump.

[@SmedleyPlumbing]

Thanks!

[@goldminer1five0woods35]

I'm a general contractor and I loved your comment about the broom! Lmao so true!

[@SmedleyPlumbing]

It's true though!

[@clittle30680]

@@SmedleyPlumbing

[@BZ1340]

Totally agree. The messiest sub I have is definitely the sparky

[@SmedleyPlumbing]

I know right!

[@arminwendt4568]

Production, knowledge and humour 😂 value of this ‘plumbing’ video is amazing! 😮

[@SmedleyPlumbing]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@spd1214]

Thanks for taking the time to thoroughly explain the reason for the weep hole. I am in the process of installing a sump pump and will make sure to drill an angled hole in the pvc below the check valve.

[@SmedleyPlumbing]

Glad it helped

[@mustangcbr1]

lol. Love the last part for the electricians! thanks for the pearls!

[@SmedleyPlumbing]

Yep!

[@angelamedwid]

this was such a clear explanation I hope that when my installer comes tomorrow I don't sound off about what he should be doing because I now feel too informed! lol Love that jab at the end to electricians! It is true tho...great vid.

[@SmedleyPlumbing]

Glad it helped!

[@GODISMYJUDGE]

Oh the dig at the electrician made this video 10x better!

[@SmedleyPlumbing]

Always does!

[@JeffDennis-m4q]

Good information, thanks. Just curious, why not use long 45° couplers to connect to the vertical pipe? I've always done it that way, because it's not as abrupt a turn for the water.

[@SmedleyPlumbing]

Being a shorter pumped line, you don't have to worry about restrictions. Many people will use pressure fittings that have a very abrupt change.

[@newt2010]

Loved that last part. LOL Thanks for the video

[@SmedleyPlumbing]

You're welcome!

[@praisedanceclasses8189]

i am not impressed EASILY, but WOWOWOW! You did a fantastic job of teaching many things I didn't know. Thank you, thank you, thank you.

[@SmedleyPlumbing]

Glad it was helpful!

[@louisegogel7973]

tyvm to you and other commenters!

[@SmedleyPlumbing]

Thanks!

[@homebuyercs8020]

This electrician couldn't help but notice the amazing electrical work in the background the entire video...the open splice in Romex feeding a non-GFCI basement fourplex flopping in free air! Be sure to call the plumbing inspector after that installation and hope the electrical inspector is on vacation!! All kidding aside...nice job on the video, very helpful!

[@SmedleyPlumbing]

Thanks!

[@homebuyercs8020]

Thanks for taking the time to make this helpful video! Glad you weren't offended by my snarky comments.

[@filipelollita806]

Hi, what if I have my sump pump connected to a hoose, instead of. Pipe. Should I make a weep hole in the hoose itself? Can I make the hole in the pvc L adapter that comes with the pump, that connects the pump to the hoose?Thanks

[@SmedleyPlumbing]

I would dril a weep hole in the plastic adapter from the pump to the flex hose.

[@filipelollita806]

@SmedleyPlumbing thanks for your reply. I will. My sump pump sometimes does the sound like it is running, but it doesn't pump any water. Then after some time, I try it again and it starts working, although it never pumps water, like when it is on the surface, it pumps and suddenly stops. It is working in 4 meter deep, but it says it can goes up to 9 meters deep. I don't know if the problem has to do with air, or the fact that I dont't use a check valve. What do you think? Unless the manufacturer lieed about the pump's specifications. The hoose has only 25 mm

[@SmedleyPlumbing]

@filipelollita806 or the float is getting stuck and holding the pump on after it's pumped the water out.

[@filipelollita806]

@@SmedleyPlumbing not in this case because the pump is fixed in the on position. It pumps the water, then it slowly looses water flux, until it stops. And there is still a lot of water in the pit. It seems like it looses the capability of pumping water, as it pumps water. It doesn't seems powerful, but it's specifications says it pumps 20.000 liters per hour. It is 1100 watt.

[@livenotonevil8279]

the check valve in my sump was installed a few inches above the sump. Can that cause a problem?

[@SmedleyPlumbing]

Nope. You should be good as long as there is a weep hole between the pump and the check valve.

[@livenotonevil8279]

@@SmedleyPlumbing that's great to know. much appreciated

[@SurfGreenTelecaster]

I’m tackling a sump pit dig and pump install this weekend. I really appreciate your details in these sump vids and clean work. 👌 One question about the basin - do you recommend drilling 3/8 holes all the way down the sides of the basin for any install? Or does it depend on the water table? I’ve seen some recommendations to only drill holes around the top third to keep the water around 8” below the slab so the pump doesn’t cycle too often.

[@SmedleyPlumbing]

We drill them from about 4" and down.

[@meredithguest3417]

Very helpful. Thanks. I keep finding that the pumps fail after only a few years, some make it only one season. I've never drilled a weep hole. Could that be the problem? Also, in the dry season here in northern California, I remove my pump, clean the outside, and store it in my tool room. Does that sound about right?

[@SmedleyPlumbing]

Could be. Under use and over use are the two worst conditions for a sump pump

[@da-ct6hr]

Hello, thanks for your expertise. I would like to know that do you need a weep hole for the pedestal sump pump. Thank you

[@SmedleyPlumbing]

Yes you do

[@da-ct6hr]

@@SmedleyPlumbing thank you for your quick response, another question I have if is it possible to install check volve horizontally, not 90 but 45 degree ?? thank you

[@SmedleyPlumbing]

@@da-ct6hr you can install the check valve horizontally or on a 45° angle as long as you install it so that the hinge of the flapper is on the top side of the check valve. You can either look at the check valve to find where the hinge is or it will tell you to install this side up in the horizontal fashion.

[@da-ct6hr]

@@SmedleyPlumbing thank you very much for your precious advices.

[@waylander2]

Dear Mr. Smedley, I'm an Electrician and I take deeeep offense to your accusation that we do not clean up after ourselves!! I may also be triggered and outraged. Yes, I do know what a broom is. I think I may have one somewhere in storage.

[@SmedleyPlumbing]

And I have no doubt it will stay there until you make the helper go get it.

[@louisegogel7973]

lolol

[@chun-hanchen1164]

I like your knowledgeable video ❤ But I don't get its,sweep hole hights base on folat switch/sub pump's hights?

[@SmedleyPlumbing]

I don't think I understand what you're asking...

[@chun-hanchen1164]

@@SmedleyPlumbing Is sweep hole can make anywhere between check valve and pump?

[@SmedleyPlumbing]

@@chun-hanchen1164 yes they can be drilled anywhere between the pump and the check valve as long as it's drilled within the basin.

[@bryanringstrand5971]

The weep hole should be above the water line in the basin?

[@SmedleyPlumbing]

Needs to be between the check valve and the pump. Usually closer to the top of the pump.

[@Lwnmwrboy5]

Yes, but the weep hole should be submerged under water?

[@SmedleyPlumbing]

@@Lwnmwrboy5 sometimes, yes

[@M-uq2jr]

What about installing a remote switch that is out of the sump pit? My sump pump seems to work very well until the switch goes, and replacing the switch is fine, but every time the switch goes I’m in danger of getting water in the basement, is there a remote switch, that would work well, and you can show how to install that? Would be very useful, thank you!

[@SmedleyPlumbing]

In this case, the remote switch would be the disconnect the piggyback plugs and plug the pump directly into the outlet.

[@CowboyAxe]

How are those pumps. the model in the video?

[@SmedleyPlumbing]

We like them. Zero failures so far and we've installed hundreds of them.

[@jlaw8882]

7:40 to all you contractors out there actually (Except you guys that is). Septic contractors were called back here to pick up their coke cans, pizza boxes and pvc off-cuts they had thrown in our hedge! Really...

[@SmedleyPlumbing]

Good!

[@Geedub-yn5ql]

98% on sump pumps and its installation..2% jokes on Electricians. Two thumbs up is greatly deserved.

[@SmedleyPlumbing]

Never miss an opportunity to poke fun at sparky.

[@leanit5756]

7:40 Bahahaha! Hilarious because it is totally true. Must be the only trade where the apprentices are taught to NOT clean up. Those guys leave the job site a pigsty.

[@SmedleyPlumbing]

Yep!

[@Rebel-Rouser]

@7:42 HAHA

[@SmedleyPlumbing]

Yep!

[@johnjingleheimersmith9259]

really should just ziptie the float switch on permanently then get a soild state waterlevel detector switch and plug the pump into that so that once the water reaches the level of the detector it powers on the pump. And you really should have a redundant pump system plugged into a separate power circuit entirely with a battery backup somewhere (whole house or just for the pump, either is cheaper than a flooded basement loaded with mechanical equipment and other valuables). Floats suck because eventually those internal mechanical power contacts will arc and fuse then your pump will burn itself out and you will be screwed. Ask me how I know this.

[@SmedleyPlumbing]

You're making a lot of financial decisions for the customer. Not all customers just open their wallet and say "give me the best!"

[@johnjingleheimersmith9259]

@@SmedleyPlumbing well the title of the video is "how to replace a sump pump so it lasts *FOREVER*" That last part is pretty important and false if you expect that switch to not fail suddenly eventually. Just google "sump pump switch fail" and you'll see it's pretty common. And 30ish bucks for the bare minimum solid state level detector isn't exactly a life changing financial decision for anyone. Just saying. And the whole redundant system part is just a suggestion for foolproof peace of mind for those who want it to cover all bases you didn't, which I think is fair. Don't you??? You should be pinning this comment instead of criticising it.