sump pump drainage ?


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Old 11-29-05, 04:36 PM
sprocket226
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sump pump drainage ?

The floor drain in my basement isn't draining anymore, tried to have it snaked out, apperently it's broken beneath the basement floor, and my sump and washing machine both drain into it.
I am currently draining the washing machine into the sump, sump is draining out a window into my front yard...
Can I drain the sump into my septic system? I've heard I shouldn't.
Also can I run a pipe through my basement wall, under grade and just drain it in the the yard? Not sure about that either be cause of soap residue.
Any help would be greatly appreciated!
 
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Old 12-01-05, 04:27 PM
mikeeg
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sump pump drainage

Your septic tank may hold all that sump and washer water but not for long.They will overrun your system and the soap will kill your leach field.Don't do it or it will cost you big $$$$.I would have a small dry well put in for your washer and let the sump pump water your lawn.
I live in a rural area and just drain my sump into a swail on my property.Be sure you have a good pitch on that line if you live in a cold area as it will frezze up on you.GOOD LUCK!!!!!
 
 

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