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hartbkkj (IL)
In our home built in 1951-2, we have what appears to be the original rectangular, ejector pit made of metal. Footprint size approx 18" x 24". It has an obviously home made, non-sealing, two piece, plywood cover. It provided service for a basement bathroom (toilet, shower & sink) which was dismantled after our purchasing the home in 2012. The questions are: 1. What is the typical service life of a metal(steel?) ejector pit drum from circa 1952?
2. Are seal-able replacement covers available for rectangular pits? and 3. If the drum is beyond its service life and needs replacing- should we seek a plumber that specializes in pit replacements? Thanks.
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North Carolina Plumber (NC)
If I were going to do anything with it, I'd pull it out and replace with a new round alloy tank and pump.
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Wheelchair (IL)
Is there a point where a sump system migrated into a waste handling system... without a sealing gasket? If you plan on spending more years in your house, I would consider do a survey of your building and determining the eventual load and then having a new "pre-built" system that you can drop in and connect. Besides the pit, and the right ejector pump you want to make sure the system is properly vented and sealed for your health.
Best Wishes
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