Product Video Disclaimer: "PED is not responsible for any variances from the product in this video and the item you purchase. Please review all product specs prior to purchase."
Automatic Submersible Cast Iron Sump Pump •A "workhorse" designed for years of reliable operation
Liberty's UNI-BODY Casting w/ Epoxy Coated Powder Coat Finish •A solid, one-piece housing that eliminates lower motor seal
Magnetically Operated Vertical Float Switch •Provides automatic operation in sump pits as small as 10-inches
Rugged, Energy Efficient & Thermally Protected 1/3 HP Motor •Hermetically sealed, permanently lubricated design
High-Temperature, Engineered Polymer Impeller •Vortex style design for superior solid handling
High Capacity 1-1/2" Discharge •Will replace most pumps without any plumbing changes
Quick-Disconnect 25' Power Cord •Great for outdoor applications when an outlet is farther awary
Non-Corrosive Stainless Steel Fasteners •Increases the lifespan of the pump even in the harshest sump pits
416 Stainless Steel Rotor Shaft •With permanently lubricated bearings for extended pump life
Price (2) I'd Buy It Again (1) Quiet (1) Features (1)
Cons
Unreliable (1)
75% of respondents would recommend this product to a friend
9 Reviews
Sort by
Philip R.
Purchased 5/22/17
3 Reviews
Most Helpful Positive Review
Related Review
REVIEWED
JUN.
13
2017
Great Pump, Replaced With Exact Model
This pump worked so well the last 5 years, I replaced it with the same model. I am diligent about maintenance and replacement and this is the best pick for me.
Tip: What is a Related Review?* Related reviews were originally written for products that are very similar to this one. While the reviewed product may differ in color, size, fuel type, or another aspect, we believe it is applicable to this model.
My garage flooded with 2 " of rainwater 2 years ago causing a lot of work cleaning and drying out entire garage. I installed a Liberty 257-2 pump into a pit and used a check valve and 1.5 " pvc discharge piping. Here in Florida, last night and today we were visited by hurricane Matthew, the pump was busy last night and today pumping many gallons of water keeping my garage dry. Very pleased with the pump, I am going to buy another one to install in my front yard.
John Recommends This Liberty Pumps Product
Was this review helpful?
11
Steve H. Half Moon Bay, CA
Purchased 1/22/14
REVIEWED
MAR.
06
2014
Great Product
I bought this for an outdoor backyard drainage system. It is very quiet. I never hear it inside the house and it is barely audible when I'm outside. It was easy to hook up and so far has ran flawlessly. If it is able to provide many years of service, then I would definitely buy one again when needed.
Pros:Features, Quiet, Price, I'd Buy It Again
Steve Recommends This Liberty Pumps Product
Was this review helpful?
30
Richard N. Stow, OH
Purchased 4/9/15
REVIEWED
MAY.
24
2015
Great Pump
After a rainfall of 4.5 inches in 90 min. my basement took in some water. It was time to rework the sump system. Installed new pump and plumbing and all is good now. Shipping was very fast. Only problem was I didn't get a manual with it.
Richard Recommends This Liberty Pumps Product
Was this review helpful?
20
Tony B. Butler, NJ
REVIEWED
JAN.
13
2014
Short Life
Bought in 2011. Already Ii have to purchase a new one. Won't suck.
Pros:Price
Cons:Unreliable
Tony Does Not Recommend This Product
Product Expert
Tony,
You may want to check to see if there is anything obstructing the discharge of the pump.
My sump pump is great. I bought 3 sump pump so far and uses it in various places, and it works every time. The quality is excellent, and the price is right. I just type in what I needed to use it for and it gives me recommendation.
Helena Recommends This Liberty Pumps Product
Was this review helpful?
00
Andrew J. Benbrook, TX
Purchased 12/5/15
REVIEWED
DEC.
28
2015
My Review
Pump seems to be working well- I like that type of sliding float switch. I do wish the water level would go less than 3 1/2" also instruction pamphlet said to drill a 1/8 " hole in discharge line to prevent airlock - description of liberty pumps states that all liberty pumps have a built in hole to prevent airlock.
So do I now have 2 holes and if so do I need to plug up the one I drilled?
Andrew Recommends This Liberty Pumps Product
Product Expert
Andrew,
Great question. The simple answer is no, you don't need to plug up the hole that you drilled. Having a weep hole in the discharge line will protect you from airlock, regardless if the pump has it engineered into the design of the pump.
If your pit is dry for long periods of time, airlock is more prone to happen compared to a pit that never drys out.
This Liberty pump uses an innovative on off switch and I am interested in seeing how durable it and the pump will be. I installed the pump about two weeks ago and had to pull it out of the crock yesterday as it was stuck in the on position. I could not find a problem and was unable to determine why it was stuck in the on position. I lowered it back down into the 10 foot deep crock and it is working as it should.
Greg Does Not Recommend This Product
Was this review helpful?
00
Martin M. Rocklin, CA
Purchased 9/18/15
REVIEWED
NOV.
02
2015
Works Fine
I installed this pump with a four foot lift, sixty five feet long run with four ninety degree bends. I used 1 1/4" schedule 40 PVC pipe. The pump was installed in a two foot deep by eighteen inch diameter sump.
The sump's capacity is twenty two gallons. I tested the pump by filling up the sump to the top and it pumped it out quickly. There was a very long jet of water at the end of the run.
I am very pleased with the performance of the pump. Time will tell under real life conditions when the rains come as to how well it will do. The on/off is only about 5-6 inch difference so hopefully it will not short cycle if it really starts raining hard. I am happy with my purchase.
I installed this pump with a four foot lift, sixty five feet long run with four ninety degree bends. I used 1 1/4" schedule 40 PVC pipe. The pump was installed in a two foot deep by eighteen inch diameter sump.
The sump's capacity is twenty two gallons. I tested the pump by filling up the sump to the top and it pumped it out quickly. There was a very long jet of water at the end of the run.
I am very pleased with the performance of the pump. Time will tell under real life... more
Martin Recommends This Liberty Pumps Product
Martin's Experience With Power Equipment Direct
Web Site
5/5
Service
5/5
Shipping
5/5
"I never installed a sump pump before. I reviewed several videos on the internet concerning installations. All you can do is do your best and make the wisest decision based on what you know. It just boiled down to doing the work installing the basin, drain lines and discharge lines. The electrical input was easy since I am a retired electrician. We had our first rain and all is well."
&p[url]=https://www.powerequipmentdirect.com/Liberty-Pumps-257-2/p8574.html&p[summary]=Buy the Liberty Pumps 257-2. In-stock at Power Equipment Direct. Also, read the latest reviews for the Liberty Pumps 257-2 - 1/3 HP Cast Iron Submersible Sump Pump w/ Vertical Float (25' Cord)&p[images][0]=https://www.powerequipmentdirect.com/products-image/280/257-2_8574_1000.jpg)
 "Pin It!")
Product Manual
