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    May 24, 2008, 03:52 AM
    Drain for Basement Sink
    I want to install a basement sink. The sink drain will be below the sewer pipe. By code can I drain the sink into the sump and then let the sump pump pump the water to the sewer or do I need a second under sink pump ?:confused:
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    May 24, 2008, 05:52 AM
    You're going to have to comtact your local Building Department to find out if that's acceptable. Im my area it would be against code to let smelly gray water accumulate in a open sump in your basement. Good luck, Tom
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