The Five Best Basement Bathroom Pumps
Looking for a new basement toilet pump? Maybe you’re interested in a basement bathroom ejector pump or have an old pump you need to swap out for something new. Not to be confused with a basement sump pump, there are plenty of great options for basement toilet pumps on the market right now.
At SanifloDepot, our toilet system and toilet tank products are easy to install. Here is our list of the five best best basement bathroom pumps and what you can look forward to with each. Whether you’re installing a new toilet pump or overhauling the one you already have, these five pumps are excellent options.
1. The Saniflo SaniGRIND PRO Bathroom Basement Pump
If your mission is to install a full bathroom in your basement, the SaniGRIND Pro is an excellent choice. Designed to offer full plumbing functionality up to 25 feet below your sewer line and up to 150 feet from a soil stack, this unit has the power to handle the output from your tub, shower, toilet, sink, basin, and washing machine. They are ideal for basement toilets because of their performance.
Unlike most other macerating pumps, the SaniGRIND Pro offers an actual grinding system. Because of this, it’s especially ideal for the most common types of commercial buildings that need high-traffic toilet systems, such as offices and rental spaces.
This single unit can process everything from sanitary napkins to dental floss without clogging or flooding. As long as homeowners and businesses use it properly, it virtually guarantees years of trouble-free functionality.
2. The Saniflo SaniACCESS2
The Saniflo SaniACCESS2 Macerator Pump is one of the top-sellers in the Saniflo lineup. Designed to push submerged waste vertically against gravity, this reliable pump allows you to install an additional bathroom as much as 15 feet below the sewer line pipe. Like the SaniGRIND Pro, this unit is also great for basement toilets as it can also send waste and debris to a soil stack 150 feet away. All you need is access to electricity and water to see its consistent performance.
This package contains the macerating pump only, making it ideal as a replacement for an older house unit. It’s also perfect for any setting where you need to remove gray water, as long as there’s sufficient gravity flow to the pump (at least ¼ of fall per foot). Complete with an extended 3-year warranty, this is a fantastic unit for virtually any ground application.
3. Saniflo SaniPLUS Macerating Pump
Saniflo SaniPLUS Macerating Pumps are ideal for installing in a full basement bathroom. Like the two other pumps on this list, they can pump waste from bathroom toilets up to 15 feet below a sewer line pipe and 150 feet away from a soil stack and handle the effluent from a toilet, sink, bathtub, and shower.
Simple to install (and ideal for DIY projects), this macerator pumping unit connects directly to the spigot of a horizontal rear discharge toilet. The pump features a pressure chamber, which is responsible for starting and stopping the unit. When you flush the toilet, the SaniPLUS activates the motor and macerates waste into a fine slurry to avoid obstruction in the discharge line.
In addition to processing waste, the SaniPLUS also discharges gray water, which makes it ideal for a variety of uses - not just basements and toilets.
4. The Saniflo SaniPACK Macerator
The Saniflo SaniPACK Macerator is a simple and straightforward macerator device designed to be installed inside your wall cavity. Once installed, it allows you to add a complete bathroom as much as 9 feet below your main sewer line and up to 100 feet from your soil stack. It’s perfect for handling the effluent from a toilet, sink, or shower.
Ideal for a small space, the SaniPACK is designed for use with a wall-hung toilet. Because the case is very shallow, it’s perfect for installation within the wall and makes for a very compact and streamlined system for a tight location.
5. The Saniflo SaniBEST Pro
The Saniflo SaniBEST Pro is designed to pump vertically up to 25 feet and is capable of connecting to a washing machine, toilet, sink, shower, or bath. It’s easy to install and includes an alarm (designed to warn you if the water in the macerator is too high to avoid clogged waste and flooding) and a descaler, which cleans and removes hard water deposits so you don’t have to.
Perfect for installing your complete bathroom, this macerator can handle the gray water from your sink, basin, bathtub, shower, and washing machine, as well as the discharge from your toilets. The unit comes with an extended 3-year warranty and complete product registration.
Like most other macerators, you can experience the power of this unit without digging up the floor, as you’d be required to do if you were adding a sump and an ejector. This means it’s a much less expensive and easier-to-install alternative to adding traditional plumbing and is ideal for anyone looking for a DIY bathroom installation.
Finding the Right Pump for Your Basement Bathroom
While the five basement bathroom pumps listed above are all high-quality pieces, it’s important to remember that your choice of unit comes down to a few specific factors.
First of all, you’ll want to consider how much use the new bathroom in your basement will really get. If it only serves guests in your property, for example, or acts as a storage space, you can opt for a minimal pump waste unit built for lower-traffic areas. The SaniPACK is a great option. Not only will this unit save you money, but it’ll prevent you from installing a huge pump whose benefits you don’t really need.
You’ll also want to consider whether or not you’re going to hook additional utilities to the unit, such as a shower, sink, or tub. If so, you want a pump like the SaniGRIND Pro, which is capable of processing gray water easily and quickly, without clogging or getting bogged down.
Lastly, you’ll want to look at things like the warranty. While most Saniflo toilets and other products come with a warranty for your peace of mind, it’s essential to purchase an item with a warranty you feel comfortable with and protected by.
Still not sure which Saniflo basement bathroom pump is right for you? Contact our team today for help shopping our selection and finding the right match for you.
