Grinder pump recommended for basement bathroom install
Problem: A homeowner in the Midwest wanted to add a bathroom to his basement. Due to the age of his home, it was not possible to cost-effectively drill the 2-inch hole required for the 500-foot sewage pump discharge pipe his bathroom would require.
Solution: The homeowner’s contractor recommends grinding sewage prior to discharge using a Little Giant 16G Series grinder pump. The 16G Series features the same cutting mechanism used in larger Franklin Electric models for proven grinding capabilities. The heavy-duty 1 hp Class F motor would provide optimal power to prevent flushables and other debris from clogging, while the discharge is customizable to a user’s needs. This would allow the installation of a smaller, more cost-effective 1 1/4-inch hole and discharge pipe.
Result: Not only was the homeowner able to get his basement bathroom, but he was able to save money. Drilling a smaller hole was less expensive and saved on material costs. Since the sewage needed to be pumped out 500 feet, the smaller 1 1/4-inch sewage pump discharge pipe was considerably less expensive than 500 feet of larger pipe. 844-250-4982; www.littlegiant.com
