Category Pumps & Pressure

An automatic pump controller senses flow, pressure, or level to start and stop a pump. Learn how demand, dry-run protection, check valves, and tanks interact.

Regulator installation cost varies by access, pipe, valve size, permits, and repairs. Ask whether parts, testing, and pressure adjustment are included.

Foot-valve replacement cost depends more on access, pipe retrieval, depth, labor, and related repairs than on the valve alone. Compare quotes by complete job scope.

Match a pressure switch to pump voltage and load, cut-in and cut-out settings, tank precharge, port size, system pressure ratings, and required differential.

Choose a pressure regulator by inlet range, outlet pressure, flow, pipe size, material, certification, adjustment, service access, and local code.

Pump-controller cost ranges from basic switches to variable-speed controls. Compare motor compatibility, sensors, protection, enclosure, and installation.

Improve irrigation pressure by measuring flow, splitting large zones, clearing restrictions, reducing friction, correcting elevation, or resizing the pump.

Fit a foot valve at the submerged end of a suction line with its arrow toward the pump. Match pipe size, seal joints, provide clearance, and screen if needed.