Sump Pump Problems.MOV

This is our Pedestal Sump Pump Going Off every 2-5 Min. County Says it isn't there problem. It is a ground water issue

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[smaerd58]

I got an older M57 Zoeller that the switch was bad on it so I wired it solid to make it a Non Auto.I made up my own gasket and replaced the stripped screws for hardened alan bolts. I also got a piggy-back float and it has been running like a tank for about a month now.

[smaerd58]

I am looking into other pumps. The only thing is that sometimes the level in the crock will level off and with a pedestal type pump it will not run as often. Of course this isn't the case now... So I am looking into a submersible with a tether type extended float to secure at a higher level. I am interested in what other people are using brand wise? Thanks for the replies...

[tweeetme]

Did you ever fix the problem. I agree with one of the others that the float should be lower then the french drain. Also where is this thing pumping the water may be returning some how. I have saw that before.

[DRWebster93]

Try a Tsurumi brand submersible pump.

[708SEXYBABY]

ground water issue....man are you near a river? the way the water is coming in your house is going to float away, you might want to move your pedestal float away from the water, can cause undue stress on hardware....just saying good luck

[joeldude76]

i thought my city was bad

[theclockman1]

our sump well smells like sewer

[xxmlhedxx]

but however... i understand u want to kepp the water level higher but, u need to keeo the water level under the ground tile that runs into the basin otherwise the water will just keep back flowing into the rench drain... and pressure switched pumps do run at a higher level but Zoellers keep the water level low... which in the case might be the best option..

[xxmlhedxx]

tether switches are ok but not the best and they malfuction after time... look into two different brands Zoeller is one and hydromatic is the second.. Zoeller pumps have vertical switch thats is almost like a switch on pedistal pump but better and submersible.. and hydromatic uses pressure switches both both are better then tether switches... and with hydromatic and Zoeller they are made out of 100% cast iron and are made for HEAVY use!

[detroitos]

That's a good amount of water you have coming in there. You may be on top of a natural spring which will provide a limitless supply of water. Rather than dumping money into pumps hire a contractor familiar with lot drainage.