Sewage Ejector Pump Repair in Port Jefferson Station, NY
Pump alarm going off? Basement toilet won't flush? Sewer smell near the pit? True Quality Plumbing and Heating repairs and replaces sewage ejector pumps across Port Jeff Station and nearby towns. Open 24 hours.
Pump Alarm Going Off Right Now?
- 1. Stop using the basement bathroom, laundry, and any sink that drains to the pit. Every gallon goes into a pit that isn't emptying.
- 2. Check the breaker or outlet for the pump. A tripped breaker or GFCI outlet is a common cause.
- 3. Don't open the sealed lid. The pit holds sewage and sewer gas.
- 4. Call us. (631) 902-0011. We're open 24 hours.
What a Sewage Ejector Pump Does
When a bathroom or laundry is in the basement, it sits lower than the main drain pipe. Waste can't flow downhill to get out. So it drains into a sealed pit in the floor. A pump in that pit pushes the waste up and into the main drain.
If the pump stops, the pit fills up, and the alarm goes off. If no one catches it, sewage backs up into the basement.
Parts of an Ejector Pump System
| Part | What it does |
|---|---|
| Sealed basin (pit) | Holds the waste. Set into the basement floor with a bolted, sealed lid. |
| Pump | Sits in the pit and pushes waste up to the main drain |
| Float switch | Turns the pump on when the pit fills and off when it empties |
| Check valve | Stops waste from falling back into the pit after the pump shuts off |
| Shutoff valve | Lets us swap the pump without draining the whole line |
| Vent pipe | Lets air in and out of the pit as it fills and empties |
| High-water alarm | Beeps or flashes if the pit gets too full |
Signs Your Ejector Pump Is Failing
- Alarm going off
- Basement drains slow or gurgling
- Pump runs nonstop or turns on and off fast. Often a stuck float or a failed check valve.
- Pump hums but doesn't pump. Often something is jammed in it.
- Sewer smell near the pit
- Breaker or GFCI keeps tripping
- Water on the floor around the pit
Repair or Replace Your Ejector Pump?
Sometimes it's a quick fix: a stuck float, a failed check valve, a jammed impeller, or a tripped outlet. Other times the pump motor is burned out and the pump needs replacing.
When we replace a pump, we also:
- Check the check valve and replace it if it's worn
- Add a shutoff valve if there isn't one
- Check the float and the alarm
- Clean out the pit
- Make sure the lid is sealed tight against sewer gas
- Test it through several cycles
Pumps we install: Zoeller sewage pumps, plus other major brands. Packaged systems are available for new basement bathrooms.
What Not to Send Down to Your Ejector Pump
Ejector pumps handle human waste and toilet paper. Everything else can jam the pump or wrap around the float.
Never flush:
- Wipes, even "flushable" ones
- Paper towels
- Feminine products
- Dental floss
- Cooking grease
- Cat litter
These are the top reasons we get called out for ejector pumps.
Make Sure Your Alarm Works
Your high-water alarm is your only warning before sewage reaches the floor. Test it now and then by lifting the alarm float or pressing its test button. Alarms on their own circuit or with a battery keep working if the pump's breaker trips.
Adding a Bathroom or Laundry in the Basement?
We install ejector pump systems for new basement bathrooms, bars, and laundry rooms. We size the pump, set the basin, run the vent, and tie it into your main drain. Permits filed with the Town of Brookhaven or your village.
Ejector Pump Service Near You
We repair and replace sewage ejector pumps in Port Jefferson Station, Terryville, Port Jefferson, East Setauket, Setauket, Mount Sinai, Coram, and Selden.
Many homes around here have finished basements with a bathroom or laundry added years after the house was built. Those ejector pumps don't last forever.
Sewage Ejector Pump Questions
Get Your Ejector Pump Fixed Today
Call True Quality Plumbing and Heating. Licensed master plumber in Port Jefferson Station. Open 24 hours.