Q: Pedestal vs Non Pedestal sump pump?? by Jim Olson from California on January 03, 2011
A: Pedestal sump pumps have become less common and manufacturers are making fewer of them every year.
Here are some advantages of submersible pumps.
If you want a pump that's quiet, less likely to burn out, and can handle a high volume of water, a submersible pump is the style of pump to buy.
Noise Level - The motor and impeller are underwater, these pumps aren’t as loud as a pedestal style pumps, that have their motor exposed above the sump pit.
Running Temperature – By having the motor below water, a submersible pump runs cooler especially during extended periods of use. Pedestal style pumps have no cooling fans, so their motor is cooled by the air around the pump, which is very ineffective during long run times.
Output & Solid Handling- Submersible sump pumps have higher outputs compared to Pedestal style sump pump. They're also able to handle solids that may be present that would otherwise clog a Pedestal pump. by Jim, Product Expert
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Jim's Recommendation
If you haven’t heard of Wayne Pumps before, you probably live in an area where sump pumps aren’t needed. They been making pumps for the last 7 decades, and if you haven’t owned one, you probably know somebody who has.
Wayne is one of the largest manufacturers of pumps in the US. They stand behind their products and offer a wide selection of sump, sewage and utility pumps.
Model PTU50 gets our "Better" recommendation for Pedestal Pumps for a few reasons.
Sometimes spending the extra money on a cast iron pump isn’t in everyone’s budget. The reinforced thermoplastic design of this model is a great option for a thrifty buyer.
The second reason is for the adjustable float switch and top suction design. Since many pedestal pumps are used in home where a traditional size basin might not be present, this is a pump to buy.
You’re able to adjust your pump cycle to suit your application. There’s also less of chance the intake of this pump will get clogged because the water is be drawn-in from the top of the pump base.
Pedestal pumps are becoming less and less common, but there are still options out there.
That’s why model PUT50 get’s our “Better” recommendation.
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