New house, new tank, remote sump

[Spyderturbo007]

So my house is finally on the market and hopefully within the next few months I'll be in a new house with a basement suitable for a fish room. :fun4:

My big question is, where do I start? I want a remote sump, which based on the house we put an offer in on, would be at the other side of the basement. I know it can be done, but how do I start planning for my build?

If I'm thinking things through correctly, I really only need 3 lines to the tank, 2 for the drain (redundant) and one for the return. Other than that, everything will be situated in the fish room.

Is there a "how to" on planning for a fish room?

I haven't even decided on the tank size yet, but I know I want things remote. I'm sick of the limited space afforded by having the sump under the tank. I know this is a terribly broad question, but I need a starting point.

 

[tdtreefer]

i know you would need one bada** pump to keep up with head loss or an inline pump, have no clue as to where to start other than that

 

[woodnaquanut]

First pick a tank size and flow rate. That plus head loss will determine pump selections.

If you are doing a large tank with lots of flow you might want to look at the BeanAnimal three drain system. Lots of flow and lots of redundancy. Very quiet.

By 'other side of the basement' do you mean there will be a long horizontal run? This can be trouble for almost any drain and the plumbing will have to be upsized to accommodate the issues.

 

[Wesus]

I think you should start planning after you buy the house. In this stage is too many scenarios to plan your setup

 

[Spyderturbo007]

Our offer has been accepted, but is contingent on the sale of our house, which hasn't yet happened. I'm waiting to measure the basement until I get a contract written on ours.

I'm looking at an 8' rimless, most likely a Reef Savvy, provided I can afford one.

Right now I'm just trying to gather some information and helpful tips. For example, here is what I have so far:

• Cut hole the size of floor vent (Easy to hide when moving)
• Use flexible hose if possible to reduce head loss
• Elevate pump and sump to reduce head loss
• Mildew resistant drywall
• Gate valve at return line where it enters sump
• Gate valve on feed line from pump
• Humidity controlled exhaust fan + dehumidifier

I know I'm going to have to reinforce the floor because the joists run parallel to where the tank will run. I'll be hiring a structural engineer so they can instruct my contractor on how to reinforce the floor.

It's going to be a long process, so right now, I'm just trying to think ahead.