Best water pump accessories according to redditors

This fits on the tub nicely, and you don't have to worry about purchasing extra bottles, or a messy transfer.

Here's a pump top on Amazon you screw on the Cerave tub.

Alternatively, you can get yourself a lid pump for your tub! Never have to open your tub again after the one time, and then you can just switch to the next one without much fuss or contamination.

I bought one of these for my CeraVe Cream and it fits perfectly! Highly recommended!

I bought this pump for my Cerave jar so I don't have to stick my fingers in off of Amazon.

just buy one. Theyre not expensive, and you'll want it to be safe, and watertight

https://www.amazon.com/Polylok-3009-AR-Septic-Riser-Adapter/dp/B01N1ID8C0

that as an adapter and the appropriate cut to fit riser (24 inch culvert, or polylok fittings).

You want to be safe about this, people die by falling in septic tanks

Well, there are a number of 16 oz jar lid pumps on Amazon. I just ordered this one to see if it fits the CeraVe jar. if it does, I'll report back. If not, I'll probably scavenge the pump, drill a hole in the CeraVe jar lid and stick it in there anyway. But it would be nice if it actually fit without having to do that!

Since my boyfriend has now discovered my jar and has started using it (how does he manage to always find my stuff?) I now have concerns about its hygiene.

There are multiple reasons why a house would have a pump in the basement.

A sump pump is an open topped, clearwater device used generally for removing rainwater or groundwater from a basement.

An ejector pump is an entirely different device that is sealed, vented, incorporated into the plumbing system, and used for removing below-grade wastewater from a basement.

A sump pump gives you a lot of options as to the how and where, and the plumbing code does not really refer to how you manage water on your property if you're not tying into the plumbing system. Personally, I don't like to see emergency sump pumps discharging into a sewer, as a back-up could cause a flood in the basement, and a clogged (or flooded) line can prevent the pump from removing water when needed.

I prefer to see a sump pump leading to a water retention device such as a dry-well, cistern or leaching ring, so long as the device is not itself prone to flooding. Another option would be leading the discharge end to an actual down-hill area that can reliably accept the discharge.

Don't assume that the presence of a pump is an indicator of a bad situation. I don't like having floor drains that lead to the sewer system in finished basements, and usually try to outfit mechanical rooms (with RPZ's, boilers, water heaters and AC units that are prone to water discharge) with pumps and water alarms rather than floor drains.

Finally, if you're prone to power outages that would render an emergency pump inoperable, consider a water-powered pump like:
https://www.amazon.com/Basepump-Water-Powered-Backup-Sump/dp/B000GBUU7G

This pump has some warnings to consider with it. If you have an electric well pump supplying your domestic water pressure, a power outage would knock that out as well and render the device inoperable. This device wastes a tremendous amount of water and is frankly the last option to employ for that reason. The device has the potential to introduce a high degree of hazard to a plumbing system; an RPZ must be installed on the water service to the home (to protect the municipal water supply) and I would want either an RPZ or a double check valve assembly with an intermediate atmospheric vent at the device to protect the occupants of the home from poisoning. These devices are known to generate an intense water hammer when closing and would require a piped in water hammer arrestor upstream of the device. Finally, don't forget to leave this device in an accessible area.

I personally believe that all basements are giant bathtubs just waiting to be filled. Make sure that your tub has a drain :-)

This is exactly what a sump pump is suppose to do. This will happen when it rains and probably a few days after as all the water that has soaked into the ground makes its way to the sump pump. As a back up you may want to look into either a battery backup pump or a water activated one. https://www.amazon.com/Basepump-Water-Powered-Backup-Sump/dp/B000GBUU7G

I bought something like this for my Cetaphil tub. If my mom ever did that i would very very nicely tell her she could keep the lotion and then buy myself a new one and keep it in my room.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B005N9BHQY

Pump only, but they finally sell it with a pump now

Gotcha! I was thinking of something similar to this

https://www.amazon.com/Superior-Pump-99624-Universal-Discharge/dp/B005K0BX9C/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=1+1%2F2+flexible+hose&qid=1557685390&s=gateway&sr=8-3

What size tubing are you using?

http://www.amazon.com/Basepump-Water-Powered-Backup-Sump/dp/B000GBUU7G

It uses the magic of siphon suction, water flow to pump. The catch is, its only for being a backup. Otherwise you will waste water like crazy. You would only want this if you had city water. If you live on well, and pressurize your own water source, it would not be a good solution.

I just bought this for my CeraVe tub! It's the perfect size for those jars.

My personal suggestion to backups of backup sump pumps is a water powered one. https://www.amazon.com/Basepump-Water-Powered-Backup-Sump/dp/B000GBUU7G

I mean, a generator is fine and all (and definitely get one!), but unless you get a full automatic switch over, it may not operate at a time when you're not there and still need the backup to the backup to function.

https://www.amazon.ca/Flotec-TC2501LF-Well-Pump-Valve/dp/B0041G50P4/ref=asc_df_B0041G50P4

I bought this one after seeing it recommended in a thread here and it fits the tub perfectly.

http://www.amazon.com/Pump-for-16-oz-Jar/dp/B005N9BHQY/

This pump fits the cerave tubs lid.

Think it's this one.

I am horrified for you! So gross!

I have one of these pumps that fits a CeraVe tub perfectly and because of things like that it is worth every penny.

this is the one I bought for CeraVe; it fits perfectly and might work for Cetaphil as well.

You might add a pressure tank if your water pressure is too low. A pump might just blow the shower head.

This is one. Not THE one:

https://www.amazon.com/WaterWorker-HT-20B-Vertical-Pressure-20-Gallon/dp/B001AZHLJ2/

Edit: what's the water pressure now? There.ay be other issues.

I installed my own radon system in my house in the upper midwest. The sump pit is typically open to atmosphere and one of the main entrance points for the radon into the house. I used this accessible sump pit cover from Jackel. You can get it from Amazon, or pick them up in you local big box store. I was able to run my sump out of the supplied fittings, and pull vacuum on the directly on sump pit.

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Can build up your washer or relocate it to use the lid? Mine was split 60/40.

It's just a one-way valve. Prevents back-flow by only allowing water to flow in one direction and closing in the other direction.

inline check valve

Here's one that goes at the bottom of your well so you don't need to prime it

well foot check valve

Go to your local hardware store and ask them about it.

It's a little hard to tell from the video, but it looks like the float is the slightly rounded cylinder sitting at the water level, similar to this. If it is this model, or something similar, it uses a magnetic reed sensor switch, which might have somehow failed. I think sump pumps switches are wired naturally connected so if the float fails, the pump will always run, preventing flooding and alerting the owner with continuous noise. You'll probably have to access the pump to repair and at a minimum, replace the switch. After replacing my Zoller mechanical float switch numerous times, I've switched to this LevelGuard. It has no moving parts and uses a hall effect sensor to detect the level of the water. I think I've had it installed for five years so far with zero failures.

I got this one from amazon and it fit perfectly


Surgeon's Skin Secret Pump, 16 Ounce https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005N9BHQY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_WUKKAbG7N6KJD

I installed one of these and installed it at the outlet from the house then into my pipe, That way if/when the piper freezes it will just over flow out.


Freeze Relief 3", white, For use between 1.5" Sump Pump line and 3" bell of SDR "Thin Wall" sewer pipe, each https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07CH2H3ZN/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_7aqSDbZWH5B1J

This looks about right:

https://www.amazon.com/Superior-Pump-99624-Universal-Discharge/dp/B005K0BX9C/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1503246933&sr=8-1-fkmr0&keywords=Flotec+FP0012-6U-P2

My routine is not really indie. There is a lot of stuff about routines on /r/skincareaddiction btw.

Mine is like this:

Morning

1. Wash face with Nobel Formula Pyrithione Zinc Bar Soap
   
   
2. Wipe off soap with damp microfiber cloth
   
   
3. Apply Paula's Choice Skin balancing toner to face and chest
   
   
4. Wipe on Stridex pad in the red box to face and chest
   
   
5. Moisturize with CeraVe AM sunblock/moisturizer. If it's especially dry, I will apply a small amount of CeraVe moisturizer in the tub
   
   
6. Apply makeup if i feel like it
   
   Evening:
   
   (0. if wearing makeup. Rub jojoba oil all over, and wipe off with damp microfiber cloth)
   
   
7. Wash face with CeraVe foaming cleanser
   
   
8. Apply toner
   
   
9. Apply stridex pad
   
   
10. Spot treat with Paula's choice benzoyl peroxide if necessary
    
    
11. Slather on CeraVe cream from the tub.
    
    Here is a list of products:
    
    http://www.amazon.com/Noble-Formula-Pyrithione-Zinc-Soap/dp/B004R3TBEC
    
    http://www.amazon.com/Zwipes-Microfiber-Cleaning-36-Pack-Assorted/dp/B000XECJES
    
    http://www.amazon.com/Stridex-Strength-Medicated-Maximum-Count/dp/B000O1KP1O
    
    http://www.amazon.com/CeraVe-Moisturizing-Facial-Lotion-Ounce/dp/B003WN1ELQ
    
    http://www.paulaschoice.com/shop/collections/Skin-Balancing/_/Skin-Balancing-Oil-Reducing-Cleanser?ftlt=nonbranded&gclid=CL7nkp7kwMECFZBi7AodpFAALA
    
    http://www.paulaschoice.com/shop/Clear-Acne-Treatments/_/Clear-Regular-Strength-Daily-Skin-Clearing-Treatment/
    
    http://www.amazon.com/CeraVe-Moisturizing-Cream-16-Ounce/dp/B001V9SXXU
    
    http://www.amazon.com/Surgeons-Skin-Secret-Pump-Ounce/dp/B005N9BHQY
    
    http://store.acne.org/jojoba-oil

http://www.thisoldhouse.com/toh/m/video/0,,20260244,00.html

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000GBUU7G?pc_redir=1397432871&robot_redir=1


I have another brand of one of these installed. It is a water powered backup. Saved me one time. Well worth it.

Hope the links work.

> I just wish I could find a pump lid for the 12 oz CeraVe jars

They aren't that hard to find at container supply places but shipping is usually the deal breaker. Here's one from Amazon that could work.

Another option though, would be to use a smaller airless pump bottle for your moisturizer. Store the tub and just transfer into the bottle as you need it. Choose the size that would be most convenient for you.

I actually saw these lids on /r/skincareaddicition and these should work. I know they work with Cerave tubs. Besides that theres also these jars with a lid that could work, you'd just need to transfer your product into the tub.

This one fits. I bought it specifically for that cowash.

You will still have balancing issues. Eventually a filter will clog and you run the danger of running a pump dry.

Pump Duty Float Switch - 120 VAC Piggyback Plug - Wide Angle - Normally Open - 20 Foot https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07JVHV94G/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_AY1OCbZ2VAAE5

Float Switch, Normally Closed, 120VAC, Plug https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0078QY1UY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_ZZ1OCbQA8QHC5

That's what you need. One of each just as I described. Trust me. I do this kind of shit for a living.

Here's what I have until I upgrade to something more sustancial, but it works.

12v water pump

pressure vessel

propane water heater

Almost as good as living in town

They got different ingredients (and probably different concentrations) and the one in the tub is thicker. The one in the tub has Petrolatum while the regular lotion has Polysorbate 20 and Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate. I use mostly the one in the tub for my face.

I bought a pump action lid for the CeraVe in the tub moisturizer because I also prefer the pump action. Here the one that I bought: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005N9BHQY

Yeah it's a French drain, more like 6 feet long, not 12. I'm guessing that corner of the basement has a crack in it as my landlord didn't think they needed to carve out the trench anywhere else.

Good recommendation on the battery backup for the sump pump. Looks like $700 on Amazon.

Pump Sentry 822 PS- Emergency Power for Sump Pumps by Sec America https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01CPYDVK4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_xVkRCbY2JKEZA

I'll talk to my landlord about it. Any idea how long this battery backup could work for? I know obviously it depends on what the pump is pulling and how often it cycles etc, but are we talking a couple hours, a day, possibly more?

Thanks!

This lid is what I bought and it fits on my CeraVe in the tub!

One of these sorts of floats (along with an appropriate relay and more or less any old wall wart for power should do the job nicely.

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https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B07DZ11BWB/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1



The bottom float is normally open and the top normally closed, confusingly the two blacks and two reds are the pairs.

I did something similar a few years ago, my experience was an ultrasonic sensor bouncing against the water is too flakey. Incoming water, the possibility of a frog and/or cobwebs/spider, and the pump cycling on makes too many ripples in the water and the ultrasonic sensor gets confused on the water level. I opted to go with 4 float reed switch style sensors mounted a few inches above one another on a small PVC pipe I lowered into the pit.

I actually used these: http://www.amazon.com/Basement-Watchdog-BWC1-Switch-Controller/dp/B000KR86MC and just cut off the relay box to use just the float sensor.

Here is what my monitoring page looks like: http://imgur.com/cYEiJjD

This is the one from the main post.

Here's the link to the other post, and here's the one I ended up getting on Amazon. Unfortunately, it's sold out right now, just like all the others.

Your going to want a Sealed AGM Group 31 Deep Cycle Marine Battery - about $200-250 to go with one of the following combo pump - available on line from Amazon or SumpPumpsdirect.

https://www.sumppumpsdirect.com/Zoeller-508-0006-Sump-Pump/p14011.html

https://www.sumppumpsdirect.com/PHCC-Pro-Series-PS-C33-Sump-Pump/p6978.html

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Here is a good battery.

https://www.batteriesplus.com/product-details/marine_rv/battery/duracell-ultra/sli31dtmagmdc

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You also have the option of buying anyone's normal AC power primary sump pump and Adding an backup inverter battery source to it.

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https://www.amazon.com/Sentry-822-Emergency-Power-America/dp/B01CPYDVK4/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?keywords=sex+pump+sentry&qid=1569275179&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&smid=A37VQZG6U5MF8R&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExUTJLU1lVTTJXRU9aJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNjI3OTYzMTNTUVZPTEhJM1daSyZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwODU5NTgyMkJSNUw4Uk9ZS1NBMSZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=

Probably the plumbing is done wrong, but a jackal check will usually solve your problem. From the sounds of it you need 2.
https://www.amazon.ca/Jackel-Sump-Check-Valve-Model/dp/B01IRN7WTS

Ty much!

Looks like it's a silicon tubing. There are specialized tubes made of various materials (santoprene, pharmed, puri-flex, tygon etc), which, according to manufacturers, can withstand up to 10 thousand hours in high-pressure modes.

Ideally, it's better to switch to the small diaphragm pump like this one https://www.amazon.com/CSLU-diaphragm-Pressure-Diaphragm-Priming/dp/B074DYWFT2/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?keywords=diaphragm+pump+100psi&qid=1562764332&rnid=2941120011&s=hi&sr=1-1-spons&psc=1

You just need to remember that diaphragm pumps operate at their nominal pressure (you will not squeeze more than 100psi of it) and require water-air backvalves (you already using it). And also they are very LOUD!

http://www.amazon.com/Pump-for-16-oz-Jar/dp/B005N9BHQY

You can get capacitive/electronic controllers for sump pumps. They look [like this](https://www.amazon.com/Electronic-Sump-Pump-Switch-Cord/dp/B0083WB4GQ/ "first one I found on amazon"). They take up basically no room.

Also you can get things like pedestal type pumps for narrow sump pits.

Yep, completely agree. You can't fix this kind of thing by hacking it. You need to get to the root of the problem and fix THAT. First thing to do is to run a garden hose down into the basement and fill up that sump pit. The pump should kick on well before you get close to the top -- maybe a little over half way. It should take only a few seconds for the pit to evacuate -- 15ish seconds.

If it's taking a long time (more than 20 or 30 seconds), then the motor is about shot, or it was too small in the first place. If the drain distance is fairly long (more than 30 feet), it's quite likely that the sump motor was too small, because people often don't realize that you need higher horsepower for long drains, especially if the vertical pipe is long. Honestly, I just install 3/4 horsepower and don't screw around. You're talking about a price difference of maybe $60, and it protects stuff that's worth a lot more than $60, so why fool around?

If it doesn't come on until the water is very high (like almost out of the pit), then the sensor is probably going bad and might intermittently fail.

Finally, if the power in the area is dicey (like if the power goes out any time there's a little rain), then you might need a battery back-up sump pump, or better yet, one of these.

Water hammer is a result of a large volume of water abruptly stopping it a pipe (the kinetic energy of flowing water needs to be released somehow, this is done by hitting the stopped valve and then reverberating back down the line until it reaches a water arrestor or bladder tank).

A dishwasher, most sinks and toilets have a very low flow rate in comparison to irrigation, showers, and washer machines. The effects of water hammer are typically not noticed in systems with low flow rates.

I did a bit of research and it looks like I was incorrect with my electrical terminology. It is not a capacitor but an inductor that performs the function you are looking for. However I did some more digging around and it sounds like solenoids are hard to regulate as I described.

Depending on your comfort level with tinkering and your level of mechanical knowledge, there are several options. ( if you want to go that route respond and I can addess)

If you need a quick easy solution that works I would suggest a 2 gallon bladder tank.

BURCAM 600541B 2 Gallon Pressure Water Tank, Blue https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B01GWY6K0G/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_8BcrDbTA5G0E4

These work as a water hammer arrestor but on a larger scale for about the same price.

there are also backup pump setups that run off a water main like this

A friend of mine bought a house with an electric one like you have and one of these as a backup.

I dont recall there being a seal, but i suggest getting this pump to keep your tub a little more sanitary. ;)

http://www.amazon.com/Pump-for-16-oz-Jar/dp/B005N9BHQY

For drains the convoluted hose made for sump pump outputs works awesome. The ridges keep the noise down because the water isn’t just splashing down a tube, and it’s flexible and cheap. Fits right over a 1.5” outlet iirc, but you might want to take the fitting to Lowe’s to make sure that’s accurate. This stuff: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005K0BX9C/

You need something like this between the house and the pipe: https://www.amazon.com/Freeze-Relief-Kit-Schedule-40/dp/B0754G5RCG/

Copy that. I ordered this one, which is a 40/60. I'll see if I can post an update on how I do.

related:

will this pump fit this cetaphil tub? everything I could find only mentioned the cerave in the tub.

K6C4 - Submersible Pump Wire... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01I5LC9AE?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

Thanks! That is the 1/2 HP pump I was looking at instead of the 3/4 HP one if I decided to go with a water powered backup solution. However, I think I may go with battery backup instead.

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This Wayne WSS30V is 1/2 HP all-in-one combo with battery backup and also has an alarm built in. I think this is what I'm leaning towards at this point. I was also looking at that Mighty Max for the battery, or this Duracell Ultra Deep Cycle Battery for 12V Sump Pump if it's okay to use (let me know what you think).

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I ordered one of these Zoeller PVC Plastic Check Valves. Do I need two on the combo unit, or is just one okay?

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I have this Basement Watchdog Dual Float Sump Pump Switch with Controller on my current pump and was just going to transfer it over to the new one using the metal clamp it came with.

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Any other suggestions or information is greatly appreciated. Thanks again for all your help!

Yes. Thanks for the recommendation. I'm not sure if it would be a viable solution for me as it states 12.5 gallons a minute. But, it is still a good fail safe in the event we lose power and don't have a river of water to compete with. Link for the model I just looked at.

My zoeller sump pumps move 72 gallons/minute each assuming a 5 foot up-pipe. My pipes are probably closer to 8 or 9 feet. I'm guessing I move about 120 gallons per minute during the worst storm.

I haven't gotten a float valve yet (sorry, I kept calling it an ATO sensor), so I can't really say what is good or bad. King of DIY has a video of making your own:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VdIT8peLndI

But I don't like the idea of cutting wire and splicing wires on things that are going near or in my fish tanks. So I looked up some float valves with piggyback plugs. I was considering this one, but I haven't gotten around to it yet:

https://www.amazon.com/Piggyback-Switch-Septic-System-Sump/dp/B01BEHQVEQ/

I haven't heard much about it around here... On the packaging note though you can buy tops with pumps that might fit the Noxzema container (I have this one for the Cerave tub) so that might be useful to you!