Adding a full bathroom to basement, not stubbed in

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Adding a full bathroom to basement, not stubbed in
Author: PamelaDO (NC) Would you suggest a below ground sewage-ejector systems, an above ground one or an upflush toilet? And why, please? The pipe that goes out to the septic tank is about ½ way down the basement wall which is 8'. Not sure what other info you may need.
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Re: Adding a full bathroom to basement, not stubbed in
Author: m & m (MD) It would be a good idea to have a close look at the toilet in the upflush system. They are not conventional so they have a different look to them. Also, with this system, your tub or shower will have to set on a platform, so your 'step' up will be ~10".
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Re: Adding a full bathroom to basement, not stubbed in
Author: packy (MA) burying a tank would be the most destructive way to go but the entire bathroom would set at floor level. my choice would be the liberty low pro. the bathroom would only need to be raisedabout 6 1/4 inches. the tank is 5 1/2 inches deep so a conventional 2 x 6 will work for framing. [www.libertypumps.com]
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Re: Adding a full bathroom to basement, not stubbed in
Author: hj (AZ) An in the floor tank will give you most options when the pump needs replacement or repair.
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Re: Adding a full bathroom to basement, not stubbed in
Author: North Carolina Plumber (NC) I'd saw open the floor and run the piping to a pit and pump it up to the sewer. You then can have the bathroom layed out any way you please and can pick the fixtures of your liking.
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