Ever used water for showering or cleaning in the morning? You’ll relate to the pain of low water flow in peak hours. It is also why households in Malaysia are opting to purchase a water pump in their homes. Booster pumps for homes primarily function by increasing your home’s water pressure from your water tanks.
Booster pumps obtain the water from your tanks, putting pressure on it and pushing it to your water outlets (eg. taps). The pressurised water will be distributed to your homes or gardens, providing high water flow.
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Why Should I Get A Booster Pump?
There are 2 main situations you’ll be able to prevent with a booster pump :
Monsoon Season
Malaysia is a country with a very high rain pour rate that dramatically increases at the end of the year. Heavy rain pours will cause the ground to become much dense, leading to exterior pressures on water pipes. This will lead to a significant drop in water pressure.
Staying In High Rises
Apartments or condominiums use a gravity-fed system – which means the water pressure is generated with gravity. This will be advantageous for residents living on the lower floors, and a nightmare for the higher floors. Residents on the higher floors will experience low water pressures, especially if the residents on the lower floor are constantly using water.
Factors of Choosing A Booster Pump
There are a few factors
Distance Between Your Water Tank And The Furthest Taps
It is basic common sense, the larger your house, the higher pressure you’ll need from your booster pump. We highly recommend you give approximate measurement information to the retailer and get their suggestions on which ones to buy.
Purpose Of Usage
What are you using a booster pump for? Different activities require different water pressures from the booster pump. Here are 2 examples :
For activities such as washing machines or basic water filling, low water pressure would be enough.
If you are using it for gardening, showering or heavy washing, you will need high water pressure.
Noise Level
Booster pumps can be very loud and emit irritating vibrations in your home. The last thing you want is your neighbours complaining about you.
However, you can combat this easily by purchasing a submersible pump or getting a pump cover. Submersible pumps operate inside your water tank, allowing the water to absorb the sound and vibration.
How To Ensure My Water Pump Efficiency?
Many assume that the bigger the pump, the better it is. That is what sellers tell you to maximize their profit. Most of the time, a suitable pump is better than a stronger pump.
A suitable water pump is a water pump that generates just enough pressure for your intended use. It helps you save unnecessary electric consumption and prevents over-pressurising your home water pipes. Another way to save on your electric consumption is by getting a water pump with an auto start/stop feature. It automatically stops the water pump from operating when not in use, which results in lower electrical consumption.
Although pumps with this feature tend to be more expensive, it is much more beneficial and provides a higher return on investment.
The Bottom Line
Choosing a water pump for your house or home can be hard and complicated, but if you put enough effort and do research, you will definitely find a suitable water pump for your home. However, contacting a local water pump provider such as PureGen Water will give you suggestions on the best water pump that suits your needs.