Question: Why Is My Aerobic Septic Red Light Staying On? A homeowner has an aerobic septic system from 2011. The system has three floats in the final tank. The bottom float controls the pump cycle. It can run by level or by timer. In this setup, the pump runs on a set timer. The middle… Continue reading Red Septic Alarm Light Won’t Turn Off?
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Pump Runs But Won’t Drain? Check This
A pump that runs but will not drain is frustrating. It can also be a messy plumbing problem. This is common with sealed pump basins. It can happen with sump pumps. It can also happen with sewage ejector pumps. In this case, the pump sits inside a sump casing. The discharge line connects to a… Continue reading Pump Runs But Won’t Drain? Check This
Toe-Tapper Won’t Seal? Quick Fix Guide
You want a long, hot soak. Your tub should hold water. A worn stopper can drain the fun fast. This is common on older American Standard soaker and whirlpool tubs. Many use an “over-the-rim” waste and overflow kit with a toe-tapper plug. What “free spinning” usually means You twist the toe-tapper, and it just spins.… Continue reading Toe-Tapper Won’t Seal? Quick Fix Guide
Why Your Bathroom Sink Won’t Drain
Why Your Bathroom Sink Won’t Drain Is your bathroom vanity sink backing up with black debris? Learn why this happens in older homes and how to fix the real cause of the clog. A bathroom sink that refuses to drain can be frustrating, especially in older homes. In a two-flat building built in the early… Continue reading Why Your Bathroom Sink Won’t Drain