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Pressure is the force by which water moves through a pipe and the measurement unit for pressure is the bar. One bar is equivalent to one atmosphere, the standard atmospheric pressure on Earth at sea level. This is also defined as the force needed to lift water to a height of 10 metres through a pipe. Structural factors The water... Read more

Water harvesting is a method of capturing rainwater running off rooftops, piping it to a storage tank or cistern and using it as non-potable water around the home or business. Although a standard plastic tank is usually sufficient to store water outside of a building for use in watering nearby plants or a whole garden, pumps are necessary if the... Read more

The types of pump needed to deal with flood water or any type of standing water due to rising river levels have to be powerful, sturdy and able to deal with very dirty liquids. Often, these flood water pumps have to be relied on to operate continuously for an extended time, usually when the householder or other property owner is unable... Read more

The New Year could not get off to a better start with the news that all Grundfos Domestic Circulator pumps now have a five year warranty. It is further evidence that Grundfos are committed to delivering exceptional quality and can guarantee that their pumps provide lasting solutions. This can be attributed to their relentless drive to offer a premium pump... Read more

Most people have experienced the frustration of low water pressure, a shower turning into a nightmare because the hose pipe is in use or dishes are being washed. Anchor Pumps aims to remedy all your issues when it comes to pumps and water pressure. One reason why your water pressure might be low is if more households are being connected... Read more

With the recent rise in prices from the majority of UK suppliers, we have pulled together our top money saving tips in an eye catching infographic to help you save on the cost of heating and water bills in 2014. Compiled from recent statistics via a number of trusted industry sources, the useful infographic highlights eye opening facts and statistics... Read more

Four of the UK’s ‘Big Six’ energy providers have recently introduced price rises of around 8% for 2013/14. This is bad news to homeowners who will already be cranking up the central heating now that winter has rolled around. Here at Anchor Pumps we understand that there is a constant need to cut down on those pricey energy bills, and... Read more

A typical family household of 3 wastes an average of 16,000 litres of clean water per year. This may sound quite excessive, however the reason for this water waste is because of the water that runs straight down the drain while you wait for warm water to flow through the tap. Most homeowners wait an average of 60 seconds for... Read more

If your home has a basement, it will most certainly require a sump pump. Sump pumps, or submersible pumps, are pumps that drain water build-up within the basement. Many homeowners store a number of valuables in their basement, however due to how frequently a basement can flood, it is important to take effective measures and install a submersible pump to... Read more

Low water pressure is a common problem in the majority of domestic properties. The reason for low water pressure can be as simple as a blocked faucet to more serious issues such as plumbing blockages or water leaks. From the shower to the kitchen sink, low water pressure can affect all of the water fixtures in the home. The first... Read more