Sewage pumps by Alton Pumps

Sewage Pump Replacement

Replacement sewage pumps and pump upgrades for failed, unreliable, obsolete or incorrectly specified wastewater pumping equipment.

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Sewage pump replacement

When a sewage pump is beyond economical repair, a carefully selected replacement can restore reliability and reduce repeat breakdowns, alarms and callouts.

Like-for-like and upgraded options

We can review the existing pump model, duty, voltage, outlet connection, free passage, cable length, float arrangement and control panel before advising on a like-for-like or upgraded replacement.

Replacement pumps for pump stations

Replacement support covers single and twin pump stations, wastewater chambers, grinder pump systems, basement pumps and foul water pumping equipment from leading manufacturers.

Fault finding and self-help

Common symptoms, safe checks and likely causes

Replacement is usually considered when a pump is beyond economical repair, parts are unavailable, or failures are becoming frequent.

When replacement may be better than repair

What you may notice

  • Repeated breakdowns
  • Pump trips after cleaning or reset
  • Parts are obsolete
  • Pump has heavy corrosion or water ingress

Safe checks before calling

  • Send photos of the pump plate and panel
  • Confirm whether the pump is single or three phase if visible
  • Note whether guide rails, chains and valves also need review

Possible causes

  • End-of-life pump
  • Incorrect previous replacement
  • Chamber or valve issue causing repeated load
  • Rising main restriction

Matching a replacement pump

What you may notice

  • Need like-for-like replacement
  • Need upgrade for better reliability
  • Existing pump model no longer available

Safe checks before calling

  • Measure outlet size if safe and visible
  • Provide chamber depth and discharge route if known
  • Send a photo of existing rail/pedestal arrangement

Possible causes

  • Wrong duty selection
  • Different outlet or pedestal compatibility
  • Control panel mismatch
  • Insufficient solids handling

What to send with an enquiry

Site postcode and access detailsPump make and model if visible on the pump or panelPhotos of the chamber from outside, control panel, alarm beacon and serial plateWhat the pump is doing now: running, silent, tripping, alarming, backing up or overflowingWhether the system serves a house, commercial building, pump station, basement, treatment plant or foul water application
Send pump details

Frequently asked questions

Can you help with this service urgently?

For urgent sewage pump failures, call 0800 820 3046 or send a support request with site details.

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