About this service
Pump and motor installations — sump-to-overhead transfer pumps, pressure boosters for low-pressure homes, and bore-well submersible pumps. We match pump head and discharge to the actual lift required, fit a foot valve at the suction side (so the pump self-primes after every shut-off), and wire to a dedicated MCB with starter where capacity needs it. Dry-run protection is included on every install — a pump that runs dry burns out in minutes.
Common symptoms we see
- Existing pump runs but doesn’t lift water
- Pump trips the breaker on start-up
- Need pressure boost for upper-floor showers
- New flat needs sump-to-overhead transfer pump
How we do it
- 1Size pump to lift, discharge and pipe diameter
- 2Fit foot valve, suction line, isolating valves
- 3Wire to dedicated MCB; add dry-run cut-off
- 4Prime, run and verify discharge against expected flow
Materials we use
Centrifugal pumps (Crompton, Kirloskar, V-Guard), brass foot valves, dedicated MCBs, dry-run sensor or float-switch interlock.
Typical duration
2–3 hours for a like-for-like swap; longer for fresh runs.
Safety & quality
Electrical earth verified before energising — we refuse to commission a pump on a missing earth.
Frequently asked questions
My pump hums but doesn’t lift — why?
Lost prime, or the foot valve has failed and water has drained back. Re-prime, replace foot valve.
Do I need a starter for my pump?
1 HP and below — usually direct-on-line. Above 1 HP — yes, a DOL or capacitor-start starter is recommended.
Pump trips when overhead tank fills — fix?
Add an automatic float switch so the pump cuts off when the tank is full. We fit these as part of the install.
Pricing notes
Final price depends on site condition, materials chosen and access. The starting price covers labour for a standard install or repair; material cost is billed at actuals.
- Material cost not included in starting price
- Extra work outside the agreed scope is quoted before we start it
- Customer-supplied fittings welcome