The Pros and Cons of Solar Power Well Pumps

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Solar well pumps are being used by many people who are looking for low cost water pumping solutions. One of the major reasons why these solar powered pumps are so popular is that they can be used in very remote and isolated locations. For those who want to pump water in a rural location without electricity, solar well pumps would be a suitable solution. Other water pumping solutions that don't need electricity like windmills are not just expensive to buy but also require a lot of maintenance. The fact that solar water pumping doesn't require any external power source is a plus.

Secondly, the technology used today in designing of solar water pumps has improved tremendously. These pumps are nothing close to what was used in the past. Modern solar water pumps produce high power and require low maintenance. The pumps have a longer service life because they are made of materials like stainless steel which resists corrosion boosting water hygiene.

Solar water pumps are also readily available at very cost effective rates. You no longer have to spend tens of thousands of dollars in order to get a reliable water pumping solution. A basic solar well pump can cost less than $2,000. The amount you pay for a well pump will depend on the flow rate and depth.

A solar well pump can replace the basic well pump in your home. You can choose a high performance system that is able to provide adequate supply of water to the entire house. The cost of these high performance systems may be slightly higher since most of them are designed to pump many gallons of water per second.

With solar well pumps, you don't have to worry about ongoing costs. Soon after paying for the installation, there's probably no maintenance that will be required in the near future. These pumps operate using energy from the sun and since it is shining every day, you don't have to pay anyone money for operating costs. These pumps are way cheaper than electrically charged pumps.

Most solar well pumps, especially the ones that don't come with brushes, require no maintenance. The pumping mechanism may need to be replaced overtime due to wear and tear. Lack of replacement can cause the pumping performance to decline overtime. Replacing the pumping mechanism can cost just a few dollars and it's done after a prolonged period.

Solar power well pumps are easy to install. There are even solar power pumps that can be installed without enlisting the services of a contractor. You just have to connect the sensors, panels and pump to the controller and follow the manufacturer's instructions. The existing electrical and plumbing components need not be replaced when installing a solar power well pump.


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