How to replace a sump pump float
Replacing a sump pump float is an easy process which does not require the help of a professional. All you need for the replacement is a set of screwdrivers, groove joint pliers and the following instructions.
How to identify the problem
Try to determine first how serious is the problem.
How to take the necessary precautions
Before you begin working on the sump pump, you need to get it out from the electric socket. Any elementary principles of safety need to be followed very carefully for these projects.
How to remove from drain line
First of all, the sump pump needs to be detached from the drain line of the house. You can find either rubber couplings and fastenings in the form of hose clams or a clasp that screws the two lines together.
How to remove small fixtures
After you get the sump pump out, leave it for a few minutes somewhere to dry. During this time you can observe the area where the sump pump is placed in order to see if you need to get some small fixtures that will help you afterwards. If you do find some, take them out and try not to lose them.
How to choose a new sump pump
The new pump you are going to buy needs to be compatible with your drain system, current system of power and standard supply of electric power. If you feel you can’t do this alone, ask a professional to help you.
How to re-attach fixtures
After the new pump is set, put all the piping, fastenings and external pieces like they were before.
How to test the new sump pump
To do a test you have to put some water into the sump pit and power it up. If it works properly then it means you have done a good job. Doing all this is not complicated but it needs attention to details like fittings and fastenings.
Replacing a sump pump float is an easy process which does not require the help of a professional. All you need for the replacement is a set of screwdrivers, groove joint pliers and the following instructions.
1) How to identify the problem
Try to determine first how serious is the problem. If you need to work only on the sump pump float then you can finish this yourself but if the main plumbing system has problems then a plumber is required.
2) How to take the necessary precautions
Before you begin working on the sump pump, you need to get it out from the electric socket. Any elementary principles of safety need to be followed very carefully for these projects.
3) How to remove from drain line
First of all, the sump pump needs to be detached from the drain line of the house. You can find either rubber couplings and fastenings in the form of hose clams or a clasp that screws the two lines together.
4) How to remove small fixtures
After you get the sump pump out, leave it for a few minutes somewhere to dry. During this time you can observe the area where the sump pump is placed in order to see if you need to get some small fixtures that will help you afterwards. If you do find some, take them out and try not to lose them.
5) How to choose a new sump pump
The new pump you are going to buy needs to be compatible with your drain system, current system of power and standard supply of electric power. If you feel you can’t do this alone, ask a professional to help you.
6) How to re-attach fixtures
After the new pump is set, put all the piping, fastenings and external pieces like they were before.
7) How to test the new sump pump
To do a test you have to put some water into the sump pit and power it up. If it works properly then it means you have done a good job. Doing all this is not complicated but it needs attention to details like fittings and fastenings.