How Many Types of Well Pumps Are There?

In the old days, those with a water well had to drop a bucket down into the well and raise it back up to get their water. Thankfully, we have pumps these days to do that job for us. The only hard part is choosing which type of pump—submersible or jet—is right for your home or business. This post will cover what you need to know about submersible pumps vs. jet pumps to help make your decision easier.

Benefits of a submersible pump

As the name implies, a submersible pump is located deep inside the well. It looks like a long metal cylinder and pushes water up from the bottom using a motor. These are a few of the reasons to install a submersible pump at your home or business:

• High-demand usage: The number one reason to install a submersible pump is that they’re better in high-demand scenarios when you need a ton of water fast. Submersible pumps are great for large businesses, industrial pumping and sprinkler systems, but these pumps are also perfect for an average homeowner.
• Energy efficient: Submersible pumps build pressure 30 percent faster than jet pumps, and they don’t have to fight atmospheric pressure to deliver water. This can slightly reduce your energy bills each month.
• Time saving: Submersible pumps save some time because they don’t need to be primed prior to running. As soon as the submersible pump is installed, it’s ready to deliver fresh water to your home or business.

Benefits of a jet pump

A jet pump is your other option in the submersible pump vs. jet pump debate. There are two different types of jet pumps—single drop and double drop—but in both cases the pump is located on the ground and uses a motor to suck water up. Here are the advantages of choosing a jet pump:

• Affordability: The biggest advantage jet pumps have is that they’re more affordable. In fact, jet pumps can be half as expensive as submersible pumps. But just because they’re cheaper doesn’t mean they’re lower quality—jet pumps can last for a decade or more before they need to be replaced.
• Easier installation: Because it’s not located inside the well, jet pumps are much easier to install. We still recommend hiring a professional to install the pump for you, but the process will be much more straightforward and less expensive.
• Lower maintenance: Jet pumps have fewer moving parts than submersible ones, so there’s often less maintenance required. When maintenance is required or repairs need to be made, your technician will have an easier time since the pump is located on ground level.

We have the perfect pump for you

If you still haven’t made up your mind about submersible pumps vs. jet pumps, that’s okay! Just talk to our team at Advanced Pump & Well Service. Our professionals will assist you in making the decision and install your pump for you. We also offer a full range of repair and maintenance services to ensure your pump stands the test of time. Contact us today to see what we can do for your home or business.

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