Why does my sump pump keep running? How to replace the float switch on an ejector pump.

If the sump pump in your basement or ejector pit is constantly running, chances are that the float switch has gone bad and needs to be replaced. In this video I walk you through step by step on what I did to replace the bad switch on this sump pump. I am not a professional plumber, so this is for educational purposes only. Consult all local plumbing codes before doing your own plumbing work and when in doubt hire a professional.
Below is a universal style float switch that will work for most sump pumps.
Sump pump float switch
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Quiet Check Valve 2"
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[@stephenbarr7165]

Thanks for the overview. I'm doing this now and it's good to see it done first. The quiet check valve was a great addition to keep down the clunk sounds.

[@charlatte99]

Great video! Thank you!

[@nicholassanchez7613]

Great job

[@anomalyscripter575]

Good video.

[@chrisbelmore5155]

I had no idea you could change the flote . I just had bout 5 in water in basement. I just had to wiggle the flote I'm guessing it's lil worn changing it looks ez enough thanks

[@kevinfisher2956]

Hi There Chris, currently in late June of 2024, I had 5 sump pumps running with three 1 h.p. sump pumps. and two .5 h.p. sump pumps. I find that adjusting the sump pump is the answer for the most part. i just recently turned off one of the.5 h.p.. I was only able to restart that one power fist sump pump by lifting up on the sump hose. It's a matter of the angle of the floate as well. Generally, we just do it in the spring. We are beside a lake called Morin Lake in SK Canada. But this year even into summer, it is cool with lots of rain and we at a distance of 100 yards from the lake still have our water table affected by the high lake Level. I am Brian Fisher of Victoire, SK. good luck with these sump pumps. I love them though.

[@HarpreetKaur-nm4gh]

We bought new sump pump but still we need to shake the pipe then its works.Can you tell me what is the problem?

[@zahraoulkfif9807]

Maybe the float is stuck against the edge of the sump

[@blt981]

Your narration is good but would of liked to see what your hands are doing

[@Type5Reviews]

Thanks. I would have liked to have gotten the camera closer, unfortunately it was a tight space and you don’t want to drop a camera in that pit. 😂