Pump Recommendations

[rugby1111]

We have a big pond (unclear how many gallons since it came with the house we bought), and currently has an external pump. I believe it's a Maxpro (not sure what model). It's running but doesn't seem to put out a lot of water like it used to. I was told that we might need a new pump. I'm looking for recommendations of certain brands to look into or if there's a specific model i should buy. Budget $500-$1000. Local installer recommended Sequence 7800PRM24 but I wonder if I should be looking at other brands/models?

 

[j.w]

@rugby1111
I use Laguna pumps but they are submersible's. Not sure if they make external's. They've been good to me and they are not power hogs.

 

[Mmathis]

Hello and welcome! I can’t give you any help with this as I use a submerged pump.

But please, tell us a little about your pond, and we love pictures!

 

[CometKeith]

Hi and welcome. Are you looking at getting a self priming pump? I have an external pump and need to make sure the check valve is properly working for the pump to work efficiently and I think self priming might be easier. I think the thing is to check the watts of the pump and the output and make sure it is energy efficient. Usually you can get a good external pump in the price range you mentioned. You need to estimate the head to make sure the pump does what you want it to do. Good luck!

 

[Jared]

Sequence pumps are well built. Mine has been running for five years. You can also search for a place that services water pumps to have them take a look at it. It may just need a few cheap parts replaced to restore it to full working capacity. External pumps shouldn't need total replacing if they still run. I'm currently looking for a service provider near me and I'll update if I learn anything.