Can I use this as a backup to my french drain? Downpours cause the stairwell (8ft down) to fill with water and it enters my livingroom.
886975
Yes you can I use it for the basement shower and sink . Goes into a pit where it discharges 6 foot up to drain very fast . No problem
886976
NO this is made for under a sink what you need is a sub pump installed and the french drain will drain into the sub pump.and pump the water out.
886977
You should be able to use this pump as long as you observe proper pump drainage and ensure electrical power source is above flooding levels. Ensure pump capacity exceeds incoming water flow. Pump leaves about two inches of standing water.
1550321
It might help. It absorbs the water first, then becomes a barrier. If you are using it to prevent flooding of your living room, it might help. If there isn't anywhere else for the water to go, it isn't going to stop a flood.
1883572
I would think yes. I have it in my basement and it really collects a ot of water.
288176
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.
1181653
As long as it is level with the top of the drain this would probably work. When you are filling it up you would just need to be careful that the drain cover doesn't move.
1474364
It could if you get it in to the drain pipe below the pipes connecting into the main drain pipe.
1773762
Yes but remember it's a deep sink so you're gonna lose space underneath be sure and check your room drain where comes out the wall to make sure it is going up
293079
I'm not sure I understood your question? it works great, as a water source will be great, just make sure the water volume meets your demand
621936
You'll have to replace the drain hose that is supplied with the sink; it isn't long enough. I have mine draining into a hand held sprinkler that I use for watering container plants on the patio.
1474335
Yes you can, but the disposal will be about three to three and a half inches lower - closer to the bottom of your cabinet, and the drain in the wall must be low enough to maintain a "downhill" run from the disposal. However, some people have a special talent, they make water run uphill...
2175861
Absolutely. We haven't used it to completely drain ours, just to lower the water level after rain, but has worked just fine.
1191429
We used a drain pipe for awhile but cut it off above the hole. So I would say yes, unless you are thinking of putting it inside. Now I bought rain chains for my barrels, a much prettier and nicer sound when it rains. The top makes a nice container for a water lily if you add a little soil.
1318233
Yes you can. Look at the water flow chart to see if this will supply what you need.
1624030
Yes you can, but you would have to move the barrel according to how hard the rain was coming down. I have 3 of these rain barrels all at the corners of my home with down spouts, but in front of my house I don't have gutters and I just use a large storage tub to catch the water - although the barrels are much more attractive and functional because of the house and spout. I live in Las Vegas, and these barrels were one of the best purchases I have made to help conserve water in a very dry region. Good luck, and keep up the conservation.
614024
I have found no leaks, backing up, or drain problems with my unit that would cause damage. I don't see any problem with what you are wanting to do, but I would err on the safe side and assume that the possibility for leak and overflow could happen in your design.
778703
Yes you can, but it will drain really fast no even for five minutes of usage
1128290
I have only used it under a downspout. I would guess it would fill at half the rate of the rainfall--in other words, if your area received 4 inches of rain, you would only get two inches of water in the barrel. Chances are if you are getting enough rain to fill the barrel in an open space, you don't need the barrel for water conservation purposes. My two cents.