Do I need create a 'well or hole' in my garage to install this pump or Can it sit on the floor surface and function? I had spring flooding last year with about 4" water in my garage - looks possible again this year! Do I need create a 'well or hole' in my garage to install this pump or Can it sit on the floor surface and function? I had spring flooding last year with about 4" water in my garage -... » Read More Do I need create a 'well or hole' in my garage to install this pump or Can it sit on the floor surface and function? I had spring flooding last year with about 4" water in my garage - looks possible again this year! « Show Less
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The float switch that turns the pump on/off will shut the pump off when the depth above the base of the pump reaches about 3". That would leave 3" of water still standing in your garage when the pump shuts off. This pump would really need to be installed into a recessed sump well to remove more of the water from your flooded garage.
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Sorry to say but yes a hole or sump pit is necessary. The motor needs to be under water if it runs very long in order to have the motor cooled. Also the pump will only pump the water level down to about 3 or 4 inches before it sucks air or the float switch turns off. I dont know of any pumps that will do what you want it to do without a sump hole. I have a 50 gallon plastic drum buried in the floor of my basement to act as a sump. You should only need like maybe a 5 gallon bucket buried in your floor if the water just seeps in gradually. If the incoming water comes in in gushes or like a river you might want something bigger. Sorry to say but yes a hole or sump pit is necessary. The motor needs to be under water if it runs very long in order to have the motor cooled. Also the pump will only pump the water level down to about 3 or 4 inches before it sucks air or the float switch turns off. I dont know of any pumps that will do what you want it to do without a sump hole. I have a 50 gallon plastic drum buried in the floor of my basement to act as a sump. You should only need like maybe a 5 gallon bucket buried in your floor if the water just seeps in gradually. If the incoming water comes in in gushes or like a... » Read More Sorry to say but yes a hole or sump pit is necessary. The motor needs to be under water if it runs very long in order to have the motor cooled. Also the pump will only pump the water level down to about 3 or 4 inches before it sucks air or the float switch turns off. I dont know of any pumps that will do what you want it to do without a sump hole. I have a 50 gallon plastic drum buried in the floor of my basement to act as a sump. You should only need like maybe a 5 gallon bucket buried in your floor if the water just seeps in gradually. If the incoming water comes in in gushes or like a river you might want something bigger. « Show Less
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There are pumps out there that will do what you want. I have a portable one that sits flush on the floor and has a metal holed screen on the bottom to keep debris out. I actually had to use it when my built in sump pump stopped working. It pretty much sucked up all the water in the basement into just wet looking spots. You just attach any size garden hose to it and pump it out to where you want it to go. I pumped it into a basement sink. The one I have has no on off switch and it turns itself off when there's no longer water to suck up.
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This is a great pump, but it does need a sump pit to operate correctly. There are pumps that would work well in your situation without a sump pit. Once example would be the Tsurumi Pump LSC residue pump. It can pump water down to 1/16". You can find them here on Amazon.
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I'm sure it will be a snap to put in a pipe that has more vertical space than I had. My "pipe" was a floor drain with 2" opening that made a pretty quick 90 degree turn but I was still able to use this product with careful setup. It worked flawlessly. I have since gotten the "pipe to clear air" for my foundation drain replaced and no longer need to use the pump and sensors.
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Is the container full of mud or something-not allowing the drain hose to flow? The rain barrel works best if installed on platform at least 2 feet off the ground & even then you would only have trickle going through a twenty foot water hose without "pressure or gravity." I fill watering can or bucket and carry to plants or pots with rain water.
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It will overflow. If the water starts running differently, check to see if something (like leaves) is blocking the flow because this can burn the motor. I don't recommend putting soil in the holes, because we did this, and when it rained, the dirt went into the main water area and almost ruined it. I actually had to end up using artificial plants. Poor design.
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Based on other feedback and reviews I have seen I would not recommend that. There is a circuit board in this pump that controls all of the various operations and I have read reviews that stated if it gets wet/damaged, the pump is not operational. I have my pump in a pool equipment shed along with the filter and heater and even with that, during the winter months I will be covering the pump in plastic to ensure it does not get wet/damp.
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yes willie...how do i do to replaced pump with low voltage pump. it's too strong pump. i have probllem with water flash out on floor. thanks you for asking.
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It solved that problem at BOTH of my garages. The only trick is sealing the sides of this strip ... to keep water from running to the end of it, and then into the garage. I used silicone caulk. Oh, and make sure you glue it down correctly (per instructions), so water doesn't get under this strip.
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I leave mine on a covered porch (no sides). Always drain when done pumping and simply cover. Leaving in direct contact with wet ground will cause some surface rust, but probably won't hurt much. Cover with a box or bucket and you'll be fine. Don't forget to drain when done.
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Sorry to say but yes a hole or sump pit is necessary. The motor needs to be under water if it runs very long in order to have the motor cooled. Also the pump will only pump the water level down to about 3 or 4 inches before it sucks air or the float switch turns off. I dont know of any pumps that will do what you want it to do without a sump hole. I have a 50 gallon plastic drum buried in the floor of my basement to act as a sump. You should only need like maybe a 5 gallon bucket buried in your floor if the water just seeps in gradually. If the incoming water comes in in gushes or like a river you might want something bigger.
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The hole is meant to prevent the pump from getting "air locked". It's a very small hole and won't cause much water from getting back into the pit. Not sure if it's absolutely necessary but I didn't think it was worth the risk of burning up the pump.
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I have always had to pump the water off the cover in the spring when I am ready to open the pool. This may be a thin cover but it got me through a very harsh northern Indiana winter and will likely work next year. If you want a cover that you do not have to pump, then get the very sturdy looploc mesh covers.
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Since the base has a "plug" I fill mine with water. Also I drove a metal rod in the ground right next to it and used a zip-tie to secure together. Works out great. If you put this near a pool the water in the base should be enough.
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We have a well with electric pump too. yes. my brother installed his and it worked wonderful. we have not got our up and running yet. waiting for the weather to break. my brother did use his. He installed it and then packed it back up and put in his attic for emergency only. he's ready to rock and roll if power goes down. hope this helped.
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That's a lot of water. Sounds like a house I once had. I installed a small trench drain the width of my driveway about 3 feet out from my door but even that couldn't do the job so I ended up re-routing the driveway to keep the water from flowing up against the door. Storm Shield is a great product and provides an excellent seal when used with the seal on the bottom of your garage door. I'd give it a try. With the amount of water you're experiencing, make sure you miter cut the Storm Shield at the ends of your door and run the SS back to the inside of your garage door jambs (like a "U"). This will keep the water from coming in at the door ends. Hope this helps.
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My pump has done fine in an area on the side of my garage. I would call customer service at Pentair. They are very helpful and I'm sure they can give you a definitive answer. Hope that helps a little.
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Be glad that the moror is still working. This pump works fine and will have your pool working as it should. We had a leak in the pump last year and my husband tried sealing it. Held for one season but then I guess the frigid NY winter caused the seal to deteriorate. Ordered this pump and now it works great! Very easy to install. Good luck.
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The pump will start working automatically when the level of the water is approx 8" and stop at 4".Other pumps may be better for you. I use mine under my house in a hole that I dug.