Lowes VS Factory Zoeller M98 Sump Pump, Which is Better?

Lowe's Carries a version of the Zoeller M98 1/2 hp sump pump. Lets find out if it is the same as the factory version we but as contractors.

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[Jean-oz]

My current sump pump is 5 years old, so I decided to go shopping for a new one. Did research and decided to get the same Zoeller (M98) as reviewed here. I was going to buy it at my local Lowes, but decided to check with Amazon. Found that Zoeller sells their pumps thru them. I ordered the exact same factory pump with the cast iron construction, except for the bottom intake. It was delivered in 2 days. The factory pump cost $268, while the Lowes version is $369.

[computeruser]

Chuck, I just saw this video today after going to Lowes to look for an M98 like you suggest because their website was inconclusive with model numbers. That box said it was model # 1096, so I call the 800 number on the box and got a knowledgeable sounding rep that told the there are two different divisions in the company and this model comes from their consumer division, is made in China and contains more plastic. If you want the real M98 you have to go through plumbing supply stores. Thanks for your videos!

[pupdog]

Excellent video in every respect. I have been buying, installing and referring Zoeller sump pumps for more than 30 years. The success I've had with Zoeller pumps (especially the M98) is unquestionable.

[adefense]

Just ordered an M98 from Lowes I appreciate your videos they have helped me sort out my flooding issues.

[rpredl]

I have used Zoller pumps for years with only one problem. At 4 to 5 years the switch fails. I have learned how to replace the switch in 15 minutes for around $40 dollars.

[bmcc]

Do you have any idea what caused the Lowe’s sump pump to fail?

[DirtyDirtbath]

Wow, Chuck! What a guy! To go and replace all of those potentially failing pumps with the good model that is outstanding, sir.

[juiceboxa]

Hi Chuck,
My Harbor Freight POS sump pump installed by the previous homes owner failed during a major rain event. Actually have 2 pumps.
Ran to the local supply store and bought two contractor grade Zoeller N53 pumps and two LevelGuard electronic float switches. Working perfectly for 3 years. Zoeller is great. Thanks!!

[MrDbone]

Good evening everyone from wellington Somerset in the UK

[lifeisgood]

Free live help.... woah this guy goes above and beyond

[mattstanfield]

Lowes website shows they sell both the Zoeller M98 and the 1096 1/2 hp sump pump, with the Zoeller 1096 model sold in Lowes stores and the M98 a special order at Lowes. The one you show in the video from Lowes is the 1096 as it shows the model number on the bottom right corner of the box in the video. They are both pretty close to the same price at Lowes. I don’t know if one is better than the other, but just wanted to point out that you are comparing a Model 1096 to an M98, so that’s why they look different.

[philjimenez]

Thank you sir for putting out this video very helpful for the averege joe like me who works on his home

[PatriciaAnnGriggs]

Nice explanation 🌨🌨🌨🌩🌩🌩🌤🌤🌤😃😃😃Get out of the rain!!!

[TodSpurlc]

30 year's of experience of opening the box

[scottwilcox]

Thanks a lot I learned a lot from watching your videos and now I'm using the zoeller pumps to

[bret]

I’m a builder in Westlake Ohio. I installed two of the Lowe’s 3/4 pumps with dual switches. One died within a week. The home is 7000 sq ft and needs a 3/4 pump to keep up and a second pump when heavy rain hits for long periods. I That really shook me up. On this home the customer installed a very reliable gas generator. So we hoped having 2 pumps would give us redundancy.

Anyway, I’m pretty sure the Lowe’s Zoellers are not as reliable and in many instances no better than any other Chinese pump.

[daguy]

so many of you guys talking about buying your M98 at Lowes or another box store. Did Chuck just not TELL YOU...AND SHOW YOU that it is CHEAPER MADE. PRRIOD!

[jerseyjim]

Funny how some pros bash zoeller pumps and others rave about them.

[billwiesen]

Great have watched a few. Something to point out on the warranty. Read the owners manual....it is bullshit. "This product is warranted for 2 years from the date of purchase or (30) months from the date of manufacture, whichever occurs first." I bought one on 2/8/19 at Lowe's and it failed on 1/29/23. My pump was built early 2018. So in essence.. If you buy one of these garbage pumps, be sure to check the date it is manufactured or you could be walking out of Lowe's with a 350 dollar sump with a few months of warranty.

[izik]

great video! what do you think of DEWALT 1/3 HP Aluminum Submersible Utility Pump with Hose Kit?