What Hp Sump Do I Need

For most average-sized homes in areas with average water tables, a 1/3 HP sump pump should be sufficient. Typically, 1/3 HP pumps can handle 7′ – 10′ vertical lifts from the sump pit if they have one 90-degree elbow and a horizontal pipe run between 3 feet and 25 feet.

Is more horsepower better for a sump pump?

Do you need more horsepower than your current sump pump provides? You do if the vertical lift off the sump pump is high, the horizontal pipe runs between 30 and 150 feet and you notice a loss of water flow. A higher HP will provide higher pumping capacity and will deliver an improved GPM.

What is the most common horsepower for a sump pump?

Sump pumps are sold in increments and the most commonly found are . 1/2 hp, 1/3 hp, and 1/4 hp. A 1/3 horsepower sump pump is the standard and gets the job done, but for basements with heavier flooding, a 1/2 horsepower removes around 3,000 gallons of water per hour.