3 Key Considerations When Choosing a Water Tank Pump
If you want to install a water tank, then you need to choose the right pump. You don't want to waste money on a pump that has too much power. You don't want to make false savings on a cheaper device that doesn't deliver the water you need.
To make the right choice, ask yourself the following questions.
1. How Far Does the Water Have to Travel?
The distance between your tank and your home affects the type of pump you need to buy. If your tank is close to the house, and you'll mainly use the water on your ground floor, then you can typically use a standard pump with regular power. However, if the tank is further away from the building, then the pump needs to be more powerful. It has to push water further from its source to its point of use.
If you want to get water to different levels in your home, then this also adds to your power needs. Here, the pump has to be strong enough to cope with pushing water up. It needs more power because it works against gravity.
2. What Will You Use the Water For?
Water tank pumps deliver water to different pressures. You need to decide how much pressure your water usage needs. For example, if you're just going to use the water for your garden, then you might be okay using a lower pressure pump. You can wait for the water to be delivered if it slows down at any point. However, if you're going to use the water in multiple locations simultaneously or for things that need a constant supply of water, like showers or baths, then you'll need more pressure. You want a pump that has the strength to keep water flowing when you need it.
3. Where Do You Want to Put the Pump?
You can site a water pump in the tank itself. Or, if you prefer, you can put the pump outside or inside your home. Think about the space you have available. If you have space close to the tank, then you can site the pump there. However, if you don't really have anywhere to put the pump, then a submersible product is the best choice. These pumps also typically make less noise than external pumps as the noise they do make is muffled by water and the tank itself.
For more advice on water tank pumps, ask your plumber for advice.