Sewage Ejector and Grinder Pumps
Sewage Ejector and Grinder Pumps are devices that are used when toilets are located below the sewer line – either for public or private. When this happens, waste must be elevated up to the sewer line so that it can be discharged into the sewer. This is separate from a dewatering sump pump, which is used to pass spherical objects that are only up to ½” in diameter. These sewage ejectors and grinder pumps are typically used in a home’s basement since the main sewage line is typically higher than the basement’s plumbing.
Modern Grinder Pumps
New residential grinders are much smaller than their older counterparts, and they will fit easily into a small sewage ejector pit. It uses 120v power, which makes it ideal for home usage. The benefits of having a sewage ejector grinder pump for your home is that paper and other objects that get flushed into the toilet are ground down to a fine pulp to help flow through the sewage system more efficiently. Foreign objects that sometimes end up in sewage pipes, such as towels, diapers and hygiene products will also be ground up, allowing it to be safely discharged into the drainage system without clogging up the pipes.
Contrary to popular belief, the sewage ejector grinder pumps do not grind up the sewage as it passes through. In fact, most sewage ejector grinder pumps have only been available for large-scale commercial use, and have only recently been on the market for residential and light commercial usage.
Contact Our Brothers Sewage Ejector and Grinder Pumps
For more information about sewage ejector grinder pumps and how to schedule an installation from the Brothers Plumbing team, call Brother’s Plumbing, Heating & Electric. Our business has been serving the area for more than 40+ years. Our technicians are trusted by the community to offer high-quality plumbing services at the best price. The Brothers Sewage Ejector team can assist you to figure out what options are best for your sewage system and how to install them safely and effectively.
FAQs
1. What is the purpose of a sewage ejector or grinder pump?
These pumps are used when plumbing fixtures—such as toilets, sinks, or laundry rooms—are located below the main sewer line. They lift waste up to the sewer line so it can be safely discharged.
2. How are sewage ejector pumps different from sump pumps?
Sewage ejector pumps are designed to move solid waste and wastewater, while sump pumps only remove groundwater and can only handle small spherical debris up to about ½ inch in diameter.
3. Where are sewage ejector pumps typically installed?
They are most commonly installed in basements where the plumbing is below the level of the main sewer line.
4. What makes modern residential grinder pumps different from older models?
New grinder pumps are much smaller, run on standard 120v power, and are designed for residential use, making them easier to install and more efficient for home applications.
5. Do grinder pumps actually grind up sewage?
Contrary to popular belief, grinder pumps don’t grind sewage itself. Instead, they grind paper, hygiene products, and other foreign objects into a fine pulp to prevent clogs and allow smoother flow through the pipes.
6. What types of materials can grinder pumps handle?
Grinder pumps are designed to handle common household waste, toilet paper, and foreign objects like towels, diapers, and hygiene products by breaking them down before discharge.
7. What’s the main benefit of having a grinder pump in your home?
The primary benefit is preventing pipe blockages by breaking down solids and foreign objects, which helps your sewage system run more smoothly and reliably.
8. Can sewage ejector and grinder pumps be used in commercial buildings?
Yes, they’ve traditionally been used in large-scale commercial applications, but modern versions are now also available for residential and light commercial use.
