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Drainage & Sump Pumps

Drainage & Sump Pumps remove unwanted water from pits, basements, tanks and flooded areas. Explore submersible options from Lowara, Bianco, Grundfos, Davey and Ebara. Our team helps you choose the right pump for your flow, head and water conditions.

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ClayTech BVP-C11 Drainage Submersible Pump 320 L/min 11 m
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Generic
ClayTech BVP-C11 Drainage Submersible Pump 320 L/min 11 m
$817.96
$681.15
DW Vox M 150 A Auto Sump Pump, 1ph
Available to Order
Ebara
DW Vox M 150 A Auto Sump Pump, 1ph
$2,084.50
$1,802.28
Bianco SUB450 Drainage Submersible Pump 135 L/min 6.3 m 0.45 kW
Available to Order
Bianco
Bianco SUB450 Drainage Submersible Pump 135 L/min 6.3 m 0.45 kW
$396.00
$334.47
UNILIFT AP12.40.08.3 3X400V 10M
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Grundfos
UNILIFT AP12.40.08.3 3X400V 10M
$1,333.20
$1,096.62
Calpeda GXMZERO Manual Puddle Sucker Pump
Available to Order
Calpeda
Calpeda GXMZERO Manual Puddle Sucker Pump
$902.00
$765.47
UNILIFT AP12.40.08.A1 1X220-240V 10M AU
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Grundfos
UNILIFT AP12.40.08.A1 1X220-240V 10M AU
$1,509.20
$1,241.39
ZEN-DGBLUE50/2/G40VMEX - PUMP SUBMERSIBLE IECEX DIRTY WATER DOMESTIC 290L/M 7.8M 0.37KW 240V
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Zenit
ZEN-DGBLUE50/2/G40VMEX - PUMP SUBMERSIBLE IECEX DIRTY WATER DOMESTIC 290L/M 7.8M 0.37KW 240V
$1,760.00
$1,486.50
ZEN-APBLUEP150/2/G40HMGEX - PUMP SUB IECEX SLIGHTLY DIRTY WATER HIGH HEAD 360L/M 20.9M 1.1
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Zenit
ZEN-APBLUEP150/2/G40HMGEX - PUMP SUB IECEX SLIGHTLY DIRTY WATER HIGH HEAD 360L/M 20.9M 1.1
$3,520.00
$2,972.99
SUMP PUMP Dewatering 400W 240V 50Hz 1ph w/ auto float switch
Available to Order
Davey
SUMP PUMP Dewatering 400W 240V 50Hz 1ph w/ auto float switch
$958.00
$803.73
UNILIFT AP50.50.11.A1V 1X220-240V 10M AU
Direct Shipping
Grundfos
UNILIFT AP50.50.11.A1V 1X220-240V 10M AU
$3,192.20
$2,625.74
SUMP PUMP Vortx 400W 240V 50Hz 1ph w/ auto float switch
Available to Order
Davey
SUMP PUMP Vortx 400W 240V 50Hz 1ph w/ auto float switch
$875.00
$734.09
0.55Kw 1ph 10M auto sump pump
Available to Order
Lowara
0.55Kw 1ph 10M auto sump pump
$889.90
$753.92
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Drainage & Sump Pumps for Removing Unwanted Water

Drainage & Sump Pumps are designed to move unwanted water from pits, basements, tanks, sumps and low-lying areas. They are commonly used for stormwater drainage, flood control, emptying tanks, construction sites and general dewatering where water needs to be removed quickly and reliably.

Choosing the Right Drainage or Sump Pump

The right pump depends on the water type, required flow, pumping height and the size of any solids or debris present. Clean-water drainage has different requirements from dirty-water or sump applications, so it is important to match the pump to the conditions rather than choosing on motor size alone.

Common Pump Types and Components

This category includes submersible drainage pumps, sump pumps and dirty-water pumps from brands such as Lowara, Bianco, Grundfos, Davey and Ebara. Depending on the setup, you may also need float switches, discharge hose, non-return valves, fittings and suitable pipework. Automatic float operation can be useful where water levels rise and fall without someone constantly monitoring the site.

Compatibility with Your Drainage System

Compatibility matters across the whole Drainage & Sump Pump setup. The discharge size should suit the pipework or hose, while the pump's head and flow need to match the height and distance the water must travel. For dirty-water applications, check the pump's solids-handling capacity before installation.

Avoid Flooding, Blockages and Pump Damage

An undersized pump may not remove water fast enough, while the wrong pump can clog if debris or solids are present. Restricted discharge lines, excessive pumping height or incorrect float positioning can also reduce performance and cause unnecessary cycling.

Get Help Choosing Drainage & Sump Pumps

The Irrigation Hub stocks Drainage & Sump Pumps for residential, commercial and general dewatering applications. If you are unsure which pump suits your water conditions, flow or head requirements, contact our team for practical advice before ordering.

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Get the most out of your drainage and sump pumps setup with our helpful guides

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Frequently asked questions

Drainage & Sump Pumps are used to remove unwanted water from low areas such as pits, basements, tanks, sumps and flooded spaces. They are also commonly used for stormwater drainage, construction-site dewatering and general water removal around residential and commercial properties.

The right pump depends on how much water needs to be moved and whether the water is clean or contains dirt and debris.

A drainage pump is generally used to move clean or lightly contaminated water from tanks, pits, flooded areas or other low points.

A sump pump is commonly installed in a sump pit and can operate automatically as the water level rises. Many sump pumps use a float switch, making them useful where water needs to be removed without someone constantly monitoring the pit.

Some can, but not every model is designed for it. Drainage & Sump Pumps intended for clean or lightly contaminated water may have limited solids-handling capacity, while vortex and dirty-water pumps are designed to pass larger particles and debris.

Before choosing a pump, check the water conditions and the maximum solids size the model can handle.

Start with the amount of water, required flow, vertical lift, discharge pipe size and water quality. You should also consider whether you need automatic float control so the pump can switch on and off as the water level changes.

A pump that is too small may struggle during heavy inflow, while choosing more capacity than the application needs can add unnecessary cost.

The Irrigation Hub stocks Drainage & Sump Pumps from brands including Grundfos, Lowara, Bianco, Davey, Ebara, Calpeda and Zenit. The range covers automatic sump pumps, submersible drainage pumps, dirty-water pumps and puddle-sucker options for different applications.

Rather than choosing by brand alone, compare flow, head, solids handling and control type against your installation.