Pchanizzle
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I just purchased this home, and have well water and city sewer. During the home inspection, I didn't even notice that there was no drain for the washing machine. I can only assume that the previous owner was draining the washing machine directly into the sump pit. I suppose it's not terrible since he was pumping it straight out to the sewer system rather than a septic tank, but it's still a no-no, right?
I have been advised to install a utility sink with a drain pump and drain the washing machine into the sink, and pump the grey water up to the stack. If I have to do this, I will, but are there other options?
Can I get by temporarily by draining the washer into the sump pit until I get the sink/pump installed?
If I go with the sink/pump set up, how would I tie the pump's grey water output to the horizontal stack above?
Thanks in advance!
I have been advised to install a utility sink with a drain pump and drain the washing machine into the sink, and pump the grey water up to the stack. If I have to do this, I will, but are there other options?
Can I get by temporarily by draining the washer into the sump pit until I get the sink/pump installed?
If I go with the sink/pump set up, how would I tie the pump's grey water output to the horizontal stack above?
Thanks in advance!
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