Low pressure pump - cost?

jpsartre

We have low pressure in our guest shower. It's not an electric shower but plugged directly into the water tank. I've had a look at some solutions to the problem and seeing that moving the tank itself isn't possible it seems the only option is to install a pump. Any idea what sort of cost I'd be looking at for a pump + installation? I'm really just looking for a ballpark figure before I start calling plumbers. The water tank and the bathroom are on the same floor if that makes any difference.

matelodave

There are lots of pumps on the internet, single rotor and twin - which sort do you need. Where is it going to be situated - easy installation or difficult. What about getting a power supply to it - easy or hard.

You would really have to have a chat with a plumber to get a quote as the answer is akin to "how much does a piece of string cost" - you wont know until you've determined what sort or string you want and then how long it is;)

jpsartre

Yeah, was afraid there would be no easy answer and I don't know the answer to any of those questions you ask. Guess I'll just have to talk to the plumber. Thanks anyway.

Cardew

For the same reasons as you - after a re-fitted bathroom - I had a Salamander Booster pump(for hot water only) fitted 6 years ago.

The total cost was £368.90.

It was fitted in the airing cupboard next to the HW tank and operates only when water is demanded.

It is worth noting that even though it has anti-vibration mounts, and flexible pipes to the pump, it is still quite noisy.

jpsartre

Okay, thanks for that. I was expecting it to be in the £300-500 area for a "normal" pump so doesn't sound like I was too far off.