For those of us that are newbie homeowners....

[Tinkerin_wit_tools]

Well, had issues this past weekend and now I am at work and the repairman is at home and telling and showing the wife what is wrong with our unit. She said that there is a pump that is going bad that goes from the A/C unit to our sump pump that is not history yet, but is going bad. Since I know nothing whatsoever about how this works, at least I am honest about it and want to ask the experts. Is this something that a novice DIY'er can attempt to replace or should he leave this to the pros??

[HayZee518]

That "thing" is called a condensate pump. It is easy to replace. A/C companies charge an arm and a leg for them. WW Grainger would be a good source for a replacement.

[Tinkerin_wit_tools]

That "thing" is called a condensate pump. It is easy to replace. A/C companies charge an arm and a leg for them. WW Grainger would be a good source for a replacement.

Well, I have looked online for a condensate pump and you can find them even at all the home stores. The closest Grainger is a little drive, so I would much rather order online if possible. When I get home tonight I will go down to the basement and check the unit. Other than the make and model of the A/C unit, without having to disconnect the pump, what else can I look for when looking online for a replacement?

[HayZee518]

motor rpm, voltage, rotation, maybe frame number, model or part number.

[Tinkerin_wit_tools]

motor rpm, voltage, rotation, maybe frame number, model or part number.

Well, thanks for all the help. Unfortunately I did check Grainger's website, but you have to be a tech or distributor to order their parts.Did manage to find the condensate pump on another plumbers/HVAC supply site. I apologize if I come across like I didn't know about that "thing", but I was busy working to be able to pay to fix our A/C while I was just going on what my wife told me over the phone. I just was looking for any info to help me save hundreds of dollars and I found it. I just don't know much about HVAC units or else I wouldn't have gone on the forums for help. This is a great place for a novice DIY'er to learn everthing he or she has to know about owning and repairing their homes. Thanks to all the pros......

[paul52446m]

Well, thanks for all the help. Unfortunately I did check Grainger's website, but you have to be a tech or distributor to order their parts.Did manage to find the condensate pump on another plumbers/HVAC supply site. I apologize if I come across like I didn't know about that "thing", but I was busy working to be able to pay to fix our A/C while I was just going on what my wife told me over the phone. I just was looking for any info to help me save hundreds of dollars and I found it. I just don't know much about HVAC units or else I wouldn't have gone on the forums for help. This is a great place for a novice DIY'er to learn everthing he or she has to know about owning and repairing their homes. Thanks to all the pros......

Make sure you buy a pump that has a check valve built into it. They also make some that have a switch built in that can be used to turn off your furnace or air con. if the pump does not pump the water out. Usually it is a low volt switch.
Later paul

[Lynn_A]

This is a great place for a novice DIY'er to learn everthing he or she has to know about owning and repairing their homes. Thanks to all the pros......

After lurking here for a while, I have to agree. My wife and I purchased an older home and I learned very early on I could not afford to hire a repairman for all the large appliances. I learn as I go. No doubt a pro could do it faster, but I can't afford all that experience.