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Septic Pumps

There are several types of water pumps on the market. What type you're looking for will depend on your tank model, brand, or overall use case. Below you can see several types we offer and compare them to see which is the best fit for your situation.

  • Effluent Pumps

    These Hi-Head pumps are designed for treated effluent, and cannot pump solids.

    They are compatible with most aerobic systems and are typically what is used in your aerobic system's pump tank.
    • Fits Most Aerobic Systems
    • Not Good For Solids
    • Removable Intake Screen
    • Easy On The Wallet

  • Solids Pumps

    These Low-Head Solid Pumps are designed for pumping typical raw sewage, with solids up to 2" in size.

    These are the go-to choice for most lift stations and dosing tanks.
    • Lift Stations & Dosing Tanks
    • Up To 2" Solids
    • Low Head Pressure
    • Mid Price Range

  • Grinder Pumps

    These High-Head Pumps Are designed to pump longer, higher distances. Instead of passing solids thru, it grinds them up during pumping.

    This can harm septic tanks as the slurry takes longer to settle out.
    Only Use if Needed.
    • Pumping To Sewer Main
    • Grinds Solids Up
    • Uses More Power
    • Expensive

Septic Air Pumps

There are several types of air pumps on the market. What type you're looking for will depend on your tank model, brand, or overall use case. Below you can see several types we offer and compare them to see which is the best fit for your situation.

  • Linear Air Pumps

    These linear diaphragm pumps are low-cost, use very little power, and are easy to rebuild when something goes wrong.

    There are several different models of varying sizes, but most homes use the Hp-80 Model
    • Low Power & Noise
    • Maxes out at 3.6psi
    • Lower Cost To Buy
    • Easy To Rebuild

  • Rotary Pumps

    Rotary vane air pumps are little more expensive but tend to output higher pressures, and have a longer lifespan than the linear pumps.

    However they make more noise and require more power to operate.
    • High Power & Noise
    • Certain models: 10psi
    • High Purchase Price
    • Better Reliablity

  • Shaft Aerators

    Shaft-Style Aerators are specific to Norweco & Jet systems, and are suspended above the water level inside the tank.

    These aerators are silent, and use little power, but have the shortest lifespan out of them all.
    • Low Power & Noise
    • No Diffusers Needed
    • High Purchase Price
    • Low Reliabilty

Septic Control Panels

There are several types of control panels on the market. What type you're looking for will depend on your tank model, brand, or overall use case. When shopping for a control panel, look at your current panel and see that the new panel has matching components, as some panels may not come with timers, pressure switches, etc.

  • Simplex Panels

    Simplex Panels are the most basic type, and support just a single pump, like for a simple lift station.
    • Low Cost
    • Easiest to Install
    • Controls 1 Pump

  • Aerobic Panels

    Aerobic panels are designed to handle both an air & effluent pump. They may have a timer, air switch, multiple alarms, etc.
    • Average Pricing
    • Simple Installation
    • Controls Air & Water Pumps

  • Duplex Panels

    Duplex panels are mostly for commercial applications with multiple pumps, aerators and timers.
    • More Expensive
    • Complex Installation
    • Controls Many Pumps

Septic Float Switches

Aerobic septic systems commonly employ two main types of float switches: pump switches and alarm switches. Pump switches are engineered to manage higher amperage loads and possess a broader switch angle, while alarm switches are specifically designed for lower amperage applications, featuring a narrower engagement angle.

Both float switch types look very similar, and are typically identified with a label attached to the switch.

  • Pump-Duty Float Switches

    Pump-Duty float switches are typically used for communicating the water level from your tank to your controller, this is how your septic panel knows when to turn on your water pump.
    • Supports 13-15 Amps
    • Built for Sewage Pumps