Sump pump discharge

Patrick Pfeiffe Posts: 1, Reputation: 1

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Feb 28, 2013, 07:54 PM

Sump pump discharge

Is sump pump discharge allowed into the sanitary drain or sewer drain? Thx

hkstroud Posts: 11,929, Reputation: 899

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Feb 28, 2013, 11:41 PM

Generally no, but you should check with the local water authority.

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