A deep well submersible pump lifts water from a borehole by working underwater at the bottom of the well. Sparks Plumbing Experts supplies these pumps in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania to farms, estates, schools, factories and drilling contractors.
The right pump depends on your borehole size, water level and the flow you need. Therefore, we size every pump against your borehole data before we quote.
What is a deep well submersible pump?
A submersible pump combines a sealed electric motor and a multistage pump in one long, slim unit. It hangs on a riser pipe inside the borehole, below the water level. Because it pushes water up rather than sucking it, it can lift water from depths that surface pumps cannot reach.
Each impeller stage adds pressure, so deeper boreholes need pumps with more stages. In this listing, “bare” usually means the pump unit on its own, without accessories such as cable, control panel or riser pipe. We confirm exactly what is included in your quote.
Further reading
- Submersible pumps explained (Wikipedia)
- Boreholes explained (Wikipedia)
- Water Resources Authority (Kenya) (WRA Kenya)
Key terms explained
- Total head
- The total height and friction the pump must overcome, in metres.
- Static water level
- The water depth in the borehole when the pump is off.
- Drawdown
- How far the water level drops while pumping.
- Multistage
- Several impellers stacked to build higher pressure.
- Dry-run protection
- A control that stops the pump if the water runs out.
Features and benefits
- Works underwater, so no priming is needed
- Lifts water from depths beyond surface pumps
- Stainless steel components that resist corrosion
- Multistage design for high head
- Quiet at the surface, since the motor runs below ground
- Sized to your borehole and demand
Technical specifications
| Product | Deep well submersible pump |
|---|---|
| Type | Multistage borehole pump with submersible motor |
| Materials | Stainless steel components (model dependent) |
| Flow and head | Model dependent; sized to your borehole |
| Motor power and voltage | Single or three phase, model dependent |
| Supply scope | Pump unit; accessories confirmed with quote |
| Supplier | Sparks Plumbing Experts Ltd, Nairobi |
We need your borehole diameter, depth, static water level, tested yield and required flow to size a pump. Ask us for the performance curve of the model we propose.
Applications of a deep well submersible pump
- Domestic boreholes. Supplying homes and compounds with water.
- Farm irrigation. Pumping borehole water to drip and sprinkler systems.
- Livestock watering. Filling troughs and tanks on ranches.
- Schools. Providing reliable water for boarding schools.
- Hospitals. Backing up municipal supply for health facilities.
- Housing estates. Feeding storage tanks for apartment blocks.
- Community water projects. Supplying village and county water points.
- Factories. Providing process and cleaning water.
- Hotels and lodges. Supplying water to remote properties.
- Greenhouses. Pumping water for fertigation systems.
- Construction sites. Supplying site water where mains are absent.
- Solar pumping. Running with solar systems where a matching controller is used.
- Tank filling. Lifting water to elevated tanks for gravity supply.
- Car washes. Supplying high-demand water businesses.
- Pump replacement. Replacing worn pumps in existing boreholes.
How to choose and install
- Share the borehole diameter, depth, water level and test yield.
- Never pump more than the borehole can safely yield.
- Size the cable for the motor current and the depth.
- Fit dry-run, overload and voltage protection in the control panel.
- Hang the pump on a suitable riser pipe with a safety rope.
- Let a qualified borehole technician install and commission it.
Why choose Sparks Plumbing Experts
- Pumps sized to your dutyShare your flow, head or borehole data, and we match a pump to it.
- Controls and accessoriesControl boxes, level controls and fittings complete the installation.
- Water, fuel and chemical pumpsOur range covers borehole, transfer, fuel and chemical duties.
- Performance data on requestAsk for the performance curve of the model we propose before you decide.
- Visit or collect in NairobiOur store is at KCB Building, Enterprise Road, in the Industrial Area, so you can see parts before you buy or collect your order.
- Quotes your wayAsk for prices by phone, WhatsApp, email or the online quote form, whichever suits you on site.
- Over 1,600 products in one placeOur catalogue covers 55 categories, so one supplier can handle most of your parts list.
- Help choosing the right partSend a nameplate photo, a drawing or the old part, and we help you match size and specification.
- Single items or project quantitiesWe price a single replacement part just as readily as a full site order.
- Supply across East AfricaWe serve customers across Kenya, and we also supply buyers in Uganda and Tanzania.
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Ordering from Sparks Plumbing Experts
We supply customers across Kenya, and we also serve buyers in Uganda and Tanzania. You can collect from our store at KCB Building, Enterprise Road, Nairobi, or ask us about delivery to your site. Send your quantities and specifications, and we will reply with prices and availability.
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Frequently asked questions
What is a deep well submersible pump?
It is a sealed motor and multistage pump that works underwater inside a borehole and pushes water to the surface.
What does bare pump mean?
It usually means the pump unit without accessories such as cable, control panel or riser pipe. We confirm the exact scope in your quote.
How do I choose the right pump?
We need the borehole diameter, depth, water level, tested yield and the flow you want. With these, we match a pump from its performance curve.
What is total head?
It is the lift from the pumping water level to the delivery point, plus pipe friction, measured in metres.
Can I use it with solar?
Some submersible pumps work with solar controllers. Ask us, and we will check compatibility.
How long does a submersible pump last?
Life depends on water quality, sand, voltage stability and protection. Good controls and correct sizing extend it.
Why does my borehole pump keep tripping?
Common causes include low voltage, dry running, a damaged cable or an overloaded motor. A technician should test it.
Do I need dry-run protection?
Yes. It stops the pump when water runs low and prevents motor damage.
Can it pump sandy water?
Small amounts of sand wear impellers quickly. A well-developed borehole and correct pump setting depth reduce sand problems.
Single phase or three phase?
Smaller pumps often run on single phase, while larger ones need three phase. Check your site supply.
Do you deliver outside Nairobi?
We supply customers across Kenya, and we also serve buyers in Uganda and Tanzania. Delivery details come with your quote.
How do I get a price?
Send your borehole details through our quote form or on WhatsApp, and we will reply with a matched pump and price.
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How deep should a submersible pump be installed?
Set it below the lowest pumping water level and a safe distance above the borehole bottom to avoid sand. Use the borehole test report to decide.
Solar borehole pump
Solar pumps run from panels through a dedicated controller. Some use DC motors, while others drive AC motors through a solar inverter.
4 inch vs 6 inch submersible pump
The size refers to the borehole casing the pump fits. Six-inch pumps usually deliver more water than four-inch pumps.
Borehole pump control panel
A good panel protects against dry running, overload, phase loss and voltage problems, and starts the pump safely.
Submersible pump cable size
Cable size depends on motor current, supply voltage and cable length. Long runs need thicker cable to limit voltage drop.
How much water can my borehole produce?
The test pumping report gives the safe yield. Never choose a pump that draws more than this.
Borehole permit in Kenya
The Water Resources Authority (WRA) manages permits for drilling and water abstraction. Check the current requirements before you drill.
Submersible pump vs surface pump
Surface pumps can only suck water from shallow depths, roughly 7 metres. Submersible pumps push water up from much deeper boreholes.
Borehole pump running but no water
Common causes include a dropped water level, a blocked intake, a leaking riser pipe, a broken coupling or wrong rotation on three-phase motors.
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