I want to install a shower in my basement, but don't want to trench the floor. Does anyone have any experience with pumps for shower drains? I need to know what my set-up should look like to drain the shower into a pump that sends the water to the main sewer line. What valves, vents and whatever do I need? Any help of alternative suggestions are very welcome. Thanks!
2007-01-06 08:55:15 · 3 answers · asked by josey s 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
go to you local plumbing fixture store and you can buy an all in one shower with the pump built in they can be a bit on the expensive side. in the long run i think you will be very satisfied, they also make toilets that have built in pumps too. i wish you good luck if you need more info contact me and I'll find a supplier for you, i have a friend in the business
2007-01-06 15:11:06 · answer #1 · answered by rsltompkins 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You would need to raise the shower several inches above floor level to have a drain tank underneath. Inside the tank you can install a pump to deliver the water into the drain as required.
2007-01-06 19:01:05 · answer #2 · answered by Warren914 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
A sump pump might work, but I would worry about the 110 volt pump working in that situation.
2007-01-06 18:06:05 · answer #3 · answered by Michael S 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋