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    Oct 12, 2012, 09:36 AM
    How to size sump pump for drain tile
    How do you determine the GPM load from footing drain tile in order to properly size a sump pump?
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    Oct 12, 2012, 12:29 PM
    How many GPM enter the pit? How may gallon pit do you have? The amount of water entering the pit will determine the size of your pump, Good luck, Tom

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