Tag: basement bathroom

Pennsylvania plumbing contractor simplifies basement bathroom renovation project with labor-saving grinder pump

Case Study | December 2025
Spring Road Plumbing & Septic Repairs sharply cuts installation time with Saniflo’s Sanipit 24 GR CB Grinder Pump system that provides drainage for a new full bathroom’s three plumbing fixtures.

Problem

HALLAM, PENNSYLVANIA — As the owner and founder of Spring Road Plumbing & Septic Repairs — a local family-owned business specializing in routine maintenance, new installations, and more — Joel Siegrist understands the importance of quality, affordability, and reliability in every job he undertakes.

Macerator pump replacement keeps a seven-member household’s basement bathroom running smoothly

Case Study | October 2025
To meet the needs of his large household, Seattle homeowner Bart Muller chose to upgrade the macerating toilet system in his basement laundry room with a modern, easy-to-install Saniflo Saniplus unit.

Problem

BURIEN, WASHINGTON — Bart Muller, a homeowner in the Seattle suburb of Burien, Washington, shares his home with seven family members. With a large household, having multiple rooms, bathrooms, and common areas is essential for maintaining daily comfort and efficiency. After many years of heavy usage, Muller needed to upgrade the macerating toilet system in the basement laundry room to meet the demands of his household.

Homeowner discovers more reliable plumbing drainage system for bedroom renovation amid ongoing issues with original unit

Case Study | March 2025
After enduring years of expensive failures and persistent water buildup, vacation rental owner Joseph Horstmann opted to switch out his malfunctioning macerating toilet system with a Sanibest Pro grinder to transport wastewater more effectively from the basement to the main septic line one floor above.

Problem

ST. JOHN, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — Joseph Horstmann has rented out his vacation home in the Virgin Islands for several years, making it available to visitors seeking comfortable and convenient accommodations in the scenic locale.

Space-Saving Macerating System Provides Practical Solution for New Jersey Family’s Additional Toilet Needs

Case Study | January 2025
The one-piece, dual-flush Sanicompact toilet helped create a basement bathroom-like set up without major renovations to add conventional below-floor plumbing drainage.

Problem

NEW JERSEY — When Marco Vivar and his family moved into their New Jersey home, they quickly realized their growing family needed more bathroom facilities. With only one full bath on the second floor and a half bath on the first, the morning rush was a logistical challenge.

Surviving the Wrong Brand Choice: How a Saniflo Macerating Pump Solved a Family’s Bathroom Dilemma with a Faulty Import

Case Study | October 2024
Purchasing a substandard Asian import for their basement bath left the Jones family facing costly repairs and continued frustration. Switching to Saniflo’s Saniaccess 3 resolved their plumbing issues, saving them time and money while eliminating stress.

Problem

FORT WAYNE, INDIANA — Matt Jones and his wife recently faced a major plumbing issue while adding a basement bathroom. As their disabled son’s mental health declined, they moved Matt’s grandson into their son’s neighboring home. With one bathroom and four people sharing it, the situation became unsustainable. So Matt began searching for an above-floor plumbing system to create an additional bathroom in the home’s basement.

Macerating pump system withstands two decades of everyday use by 13-member Maryland family

Case Study | September 2024
The Buckingham family— two adults and eleven children — happily depended on their Saniflo Saniplus macerating pump for 20 years. Deciding to continue their trust in Saniflo, Daniel Buckingham recently upgraded to the newer Saniaccess 3 model.

Problem

OAKLAND, MD — When Daniel Buckingham, a family physician, purchased his home in 2005, he encountered a plumbing fixture he — like so many Americans — had never come across before: a macerating toilet pump system in the basement bathroom.

Maine-ly Remodels enhances the aesthetics and efficiency of client remodeling projects with Saniflo macerating systems

Case Study | August 2023
Recently, owner Paul Murray used a Saniaccess 3 to successfully finish a complete basement bath remodel that had to accommodate the needs of three residents.

Problem

YARMOUTH, ME — Paul Murray, the owner of Maine-ly Remodels, is a veteran professional in the remodeling industry with over ten years of experience. With his domain knowledge, he is well-versed in transforming any space into a beautifully revamped area that meets his client’s needs.

Homeowner Replaces Unreliable Macerating Pump to Eliminate Flooding and Noise Problems in his Basement Bathroom

Case Study | December 2023
Homeowner and plumbing sales professional Scott Wright replaced a faulty above-floor macerating pump toilet from a competing brand with a heavy-duty Saniflo Sanibest Pro to fix his flooded basement without the hassles and expense of ripping up concrete.

Problem

WADENA, MINNESOTA — Scott Wright of Goodin Company, a wholesaler-distributor of plumbing, HVAC, and pump and well products, recently needed a solution for his basement bathroom after a macerating pump toilet from a competitor based out of upstate New York flooded not only the bath but also a bedroom.

Brooklyn showroom manager chooses heavy-duty lift station to handle his summer home’s basement-bathroom additions

Case Study | April 2023
When director of operations Andy Cooke of Plumber’s Haven decided to add a pair of bathrooms to his summer home’s basement, he chose a plumbing system from Saniflo to pump wastewater to the main drainage line located four feet above.

Problem

BROOKLYN, NEW YORK — Plumbing suppliers and showrooms sell several top-of-the-line products to ensure customer confidence. When a showroom associate personally chooses to install a certain product in their homes, it is a clear indication that the product is particularly advantageous.

DIY Designer Duo chooses time- and cost-saving, above-floor plumbing solution to add value to a first-home flip project

Mini-Case Study | July 2022
Ohio do-it-yourself enthusiasts Amber and Trey Masciarelli install the Sanibest Pro grinder system in the basement, adding instant equity and appeal to their first major project. A toilet that flushes upwards, says Amber, “blew our minds.”


Problem

SHADYSIDE, OHIO — When Amber and Trey Masciarelli purchased their own home in Bellaire, Ohio, in 2019, they intended to hire multiple contractors to renovate the house to their liking. The Covid pandemic, however, had other plans. With the world unexpectedly shutting down in March the following year, the Masciarellis found time at their disposal and pivoted their plans.