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    Sewer backflow preventer

    I don't think you have a sewage ejector pit. Rather it looks like a past owner created a series of standpipes. In the 6/08 and 7/10 storms your neighbor's basements served as the reliefs. I think your "sump" pit has two pumps in it that are ejecting into the storm sewer system, only exagerrating...
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    Who to call for new sump liner/pit?

    I would like to have a larger sump pit/liner installed in our basement or a second pit. Is it best to call a plumber or someone that does foundation repair/basement water remediation? Thank you
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    Aquanot II questions

    I have an Aquanot II being shipped soon, I have the following questions: The instruction manual shows the primary pump on a brick at a higher level. Is this required or can both pumps sit flat in the crock but with the backup set to turn on at a higher water height? I notice the discharge...
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    Basement Shower Wet Vent?

    Thanks everyone for the replys. I have a better grasp from your help and reading other posts. My only explaination for the definite more than 5 feet but less than 8 feet of my shower drain (and observed install at my folks) is probably what Jar546 indicated. I did find the drain as indicated...
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    Basement Shower Wet Vent?

    Have I posted this in the wrong forum? Someone please let me know if I should be in the Shower/Bath or Remodeling forum. Thanks.
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    Basement Shower Wet Vent?

    I'm also trying to find answers myself. I have found a number of references to horizontal draining and wet vents. In an answer to someone's question regarding a shower base, NHMASTER, answered that a 2" horizontal drain could be run 6' before needing a vent. Does this still apply to system that...
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    Basement Shower Wet Vent?

    Our house was built in 2003 with a partially finished basement. The current bath is a half bath, but when I pulled a copy of the blueprints they called for a 3/4 bath to be roughed in. The prior owner of the home was the builder and he moved next door. So I asked him where the shower stub was...
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