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What horsepower sump pump is most commonly installed?

Top Answer: It depends upon the amount of water the pump is expected to receive (35% of 28 votes).
What horsepower sump pump is most commonly installed?
1/6 horsepower
3%
1/3 horsepower
32%
1/2 horsepower
17%
It depends on the sump pump and the size of the home
7%
It depends upon the amount of water the pump is expected to receive
35%
Not sure
3%

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Answer: 1/3 horsepower
Explanation: 1/3 HP pumps represent the standard residential specification. It moves about 2,000 to 3,000 gallons per hour (GPH). It works well for average homes with moderate groundwater levels and standard 7-to-10-foot vertical lifts.
All Hours Plumber
Answer: 1/3 horsepower
Explanation: Average
Foundation Plumbing & Heating LLC
Answer: It depends on the sump pump and the size of the home
Explanation: it varies due to the demand and the lift and length it needs to go.
T and T Repair Services
ProMatcher
Answer: 1/3 horsepower
Explanation: The most commonly installed horsepower for a sump pump is typically 1/3 horsepower. This horsepower is sufficient for the majority of residential applications, providing adequate pumping capacity without being overly powerful or energy-intensive. However, the appropriate horsepower for a sump pump can vary depending on factors such as the size of the home, the amount of water the pump is expected to handle, and the specific requirements of the installation.
Construction Services & Repairs
Answer: It depends upon the amount of water the pump is expected to receive
Explanation: The horsepower is determinate by the demand.
TillUp, LLC
Answer: It depends upon the amount of water the pump is expected to receive
Explanation: It all depends on how much and how fast the water needs to be removed from the area to select the proper size pump.
SDL Plumbing Inc.
ProMatcher
Answer: It depends upon the amount of water the pump is expected to receive
Explanation: It is different on all applications but on a regular installation the 1\3-1\2 horsepower.
All City Construction