Pumps & Plumbing Equipment

Choose by application: submersible pumps for dewatering and sump use, centrifugal pumps for moving clean or slightly dirty water, and diaphragm or piston pumps for high-pressure or chemical transfer; match pump flow (GPM) and head (feet or PSI) to your system requirements

Check inlet/outlet connection sizes and threads, required operating voltage or power source, maximum flow rate (GPM), maximum head/pressure, and material compatibility for the liquids being pumped (e.g., stainless steel or plastic for corrosive fluids)

Prices vary by type and duty: many basic utility and small transfer pumps fall in budget ranges under $50 to around $200, while more specialized or heavy-duty pumps and fittings can cost several hundred dollars; average category prices are around the tens to low hundreds of dollars

Important features include motor power and duty cycle, seal and bearing quality, impeller material and design, corrosion-resistant construction, and whether the pump has thermal overload protection or dry-run protection

Follow regular maintenance: inspect seals and hoses for wear, clean strainers and impellers of debris, check electrical connections, lubricate bearings per manufacturer guidance, and store or winterize units to prevent freeze damage

Ensure correct electrical wiring and grounding, use proper backflow prevention and check valves where required, avoid running pumps dry, secure mounting to minimize vibration, and follow local codes for pressure systems and potable-water components

Determine required flow (GPM) and total dynamic head (TDH) considering vertical lift, friction losses, and desired pressure; then select a pump whose performance curve provides the needed GPM at that TDH, allowing some margin for efficiency loss