Dacono sump pumps usually stop working because of a float that sticks, a check valve that wears out, a tripped circuit or a motor that has reached the end of its life. A plumber can find the problem and keep the discharge out of the sewer line, which in Dacono belongs to the property owner. Call the number on this page to be connected with a local plumber in Dacono.
Where does my sump water need to go in Dacono?
Outdoors. St. Vrain Sanitation District handles sewer for Dacono, along with Firestone, Frederick and parts of Mead, and the district says the building sewer line belongs to the property, not to the district. Running groundwater into that line through a floor drain or laundry tub adds flow your own pipe and the district's system do not need. The discharge should end on ground that slopes away from your foundation and does not spill across a sidewalk, where it will freeze on winter nights. If you are dealing with a sewer backup instead, the district staffs a 24-hour line at (303) 776-9570.
What usually goes wrong with pumps in Dacono homes?
Dacono was settled in 1901 by coal miners and is one of the Carbon Valley Tri-Towns with Frederick and Firestone, so you will find both older houses and newer subdivisions such as Eagle Meadow. In newer homes, the pit and pump were usually installed by the builder and may never have been tested. A pump that sits for months can seize, and a float can get pinned by its own cord. In older homes, look at whether the pump was added later with a makeshift discharge. In both, a check valve that lets water fall back into the pit makes the pump work harder and wear out sooner.
Do I need a permit or special approval?
The City of Dacono's Community Development department handles building permits, with building services contracted to SAFEbuilt, and the permit technician can be reached at 303-833-2317. A straight pump swap may not need one, but new piping or a new basin might. If you are thinking about a water-powered backup on City of Dacono water, no backflow program details were found for the city, so ask the plumber what protection the supply line needs and check with the Water Department. A battery backup avoids that question.
A local note
The City of Dacono runs its own Water Department under Public Works, with customer service through City Hall. For a sump pump, that mostly matters if you choose a water-powered backup; otherwise, the work stays on your side of the meter.
Sump Pumps questions in Dacono
Can I pipe my sump pump water into the sewer cleanout or laundry drain?
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