Sprinkler Pump Repair
Sprinkler Pump Repair When Your System Loses Pressure or Won’t Prime
Many Florida irrigation systems draw water from a well, lake or pond through a pump. When that pump struggles, every zone suffers: weak spray, dry spots, a system that won’t hold pressure or a motor that never seems to stop. EVO Professional Irrigation & Outdoor Services diagnoses and repairs irrigation pumps and the controls that start them.
We’ll find out whether the problem is the pump itself, the suction side, the electrical controls or the water source, then explain your repair and replacement options.
Nearly three decades of industry experience.
Common Irrigation Pump Problems
Pump won’t prime or loses prime
Air leaks, a failing check valve, a worn seal or a low water source can keep a pump from holding prime.
Low pressure at every zone
A worn impeller, clogged intake or filter, or an undersized pump can leave the whole system weak.
Pump cycling
Pumps normally start and stop as water is used and pressure changes. Rapid or frequent cycling, especially when no water is being used, can point to a pressure tank or pressure switch problem, or a leak in the system.
Pump runs constantly
Continuous running can mean a leak, a stuck valve or a pump that can’t reach target pressure.
Noise, heat or vibration
Grinding, squealing or a hot motor often points to worn bearings, cavitation or a failing motor.
Pump won’t start
Causes include power or breaker problems, a failed start relay or a failed motor.
Irrigation Pump Service for Wells and Lake-Fed Systems
EVO Professional Irrigation & Outdoor Services services irrigation pump systems supplied by shallow wells, deep wells, and lakes. Different water sources and pump configurations can create different troubleshooting and maintenance needs, so proper diagnosis begins with understanding how the system receives and delivers water.
Whether you’re experiencing loss of prime, inconsistent pressure, pump cycling, poor flow, or a system that won’t start, we evaluate the accessible irrigation pump equipment, controls, and related components to identify the problem and recommend appropriate service.
Our work focuses on irrigation pump systems and their associated serviceable components. EVO does not provide new well drilling or well construction.
What We Service
- Irrigation pump diagnostics, repair and, where appropriate, replacement
- Associated accessible controls and components
- Shallow well-fed irrigation pump systems
- Deep well-fed irrigation pump systems
- Lake-fed irrigation pump systems
Not Part of This Service
- New well drilling, installation or construction
- Well deepening and downhole well work
How Pump Repair Works
Check the symptoms
We look at pressure, flow, noise and how the pump cycles.
Test the pump and controls
We check the pump, suction side, pressure controls and start relay.
Flat-rate price
You approve a flat-rate repair or replacement price before work begins.
Repair and verify
We make the repair and confirm pressure and flow across your zones.
What Affects the Price
Every property is different, so pricing is flat-rate for the scope we agree on. These are the things that move the number:
- The type, size and age of the pump
- Whether repair or replacement makes more sense
- Access to the pump and the condition of nearby plumbing
- Related parts such as pressure tanks, switches, relays and check valves
- Water source conditions, which are outside our control (we don’t warrant well, lake or pond water conditions) and your electrical supply
Pump or Sprinkler Problem?
If only one zone has low pressure or won’t operate, the pump is not necessarily the problem. A zone-specific issue is often responsible, and a pump shouldn’t be replaced without proper diagnosis. If you’ve been told you need a new pump, it’s worth confirming that the cause has been identified.
If every zone is weak, that’s when the pump and water source deserve a closer look.
See sprinkler repair and valve repair. Our irrigation membership plans include regular system inspections.
One Weak or Dead Zone Can Be Caused By
- A valve problem
- A wiring fault or poor wire connection
- An obstruction
- A leak
- A distribution piping problem
Why EVO Professional Irrigation & Outdoor Services
Nearly three decades of industry experience
Founded on nearly three decades of hands-on industry experience, and licensed (License # CFC1434863).
Flat-rate pricing
You see and approve the price before work begins.
Documented work
You get a service report so you know what we found and what we did.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does diagnosis and pricing work?
Our technicians assess the relevant components, identify potential causes and explain their findings. When additional diagnostic work is necessary, we explain the applicable service process and charges before proceeding. Once the problem has been identified, we provide a descriptive, line-item flat-rate quote, and you authorize the work before repairs begin.
Why does my irrigation pump keep losing prime?
Common causes include air leaks on the suction side, a failing check valve, a worn seal or a low water source. We test to find the cause.
Why is my sprinkler pressure low?
Low pressure can come from a worn impeller, a clogged intake or filter, a leak, or a pump that is undersized for the system.
Should I repair or replace my sprinkler pump?
It depends on the pump’s age, condition and whether it suits your system. We explain both options and the cost of each.
Does one weak or dead zone mean I need a new pump?
Not necessarily. A zone-specific valve problem, wiring fault, obstruction, leak or distribution piping issue can be responsible. A pump shouldn’t be replaced without proper diagnosis.
Can a pump problem be mistaken for a sprinkler problem?
Yes. Weak or no flow across all zones often points to the pump or water source rather than heads or valves, so we check the pump early.