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Reliable Hand Pumps for Deep Wells & Cisterns in Mountain Grove

Ensure access to water—without relying on electricity. We install manual hand pump systems built for everyday use and emergency readiness. As a dealer for both Simple Pump and Bison Pump, we help you choose a setup that fits your well depth, usage, and goals for resilience. We also offer traditional cistern hand pumps for shallow draw applications.

Deep-well hand pumps from Simple Pump and Bison Pump can be installed alongside your existing electric submersible pump in the same well casing (in most standard diameters). That means you can keep your current system and add a dependable, human-powered backup that works during outages.

Not sure which pump you need? We’ll evaluate your well specs, target output, and whether you want to pressurize a home water tank (for normal faucet/shower pressure) or simply fill buckets. Then we’ll design and install a system that’s easy to use and made to last.

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Simple Pump Deep-Well Hand Pumps

Simple Pump’s modular, engineered system delivers dependable water from deep static water levels and is designed to fit 2" wells or install alongside a submersible in 4" and larger casings. Many homeowners start with a manual setup and later add motorization if desired. It’s also capable of pumping into a home pressure tank with proper configuration. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

  • Works from static water levels up to ~325 ft (hand-operated; limits vary when pumping into pressure).
  • Installs alongside an existing submersible pump in most standard well sizes.
  • Option to pump into a pressure tank for full-home water pressure.
  • Upgradeable, modular components for future capacity or convenience.

Bison Pump Deep-Well Hand Pumps

Bison Pump manufactures heavy-duty stainless steel hand pumps for both shallow and deep wells, built in the USA. Their deep-well systems are designed to install in the same casing as an electric submersible (typical sizes) and can pressurize a home water tank with the appropriate check-valve/pressurizing kit.

  • Stainless steel construction for durability and long service life.
  • Compatible with most wells that already have electric pumps (side-by-side in same casing, sizing dependent).
  • Can pressurize tanks and maintain house pressure during outages (with Bison pressurizing kit/check valve).

Cistern Hand Pumps (Shallow Draw)

For above-ground cisterns or shallow water sources, traditional “pitcher” or cistern hand pumps offer a simple, low-maintenance way to draw water for utility uses. These shallow-well style pumps are typically cast iron and intended for short lifts, making them a good fit for rainwater or storage tanks.

Which Hand Pump Setup Is Right for You?

Every well is different. Depth to static water level, desired flow rate, and whether you want to pressurize a tank all influence the best choice. Simple Pump and Bison Pump both offer deep-well solutions that can live beside your existing electric system—so you have everyday convenience and manual backup when you need it.

During your consultation, we’ll review your well data, discuss options for tank pressurization (including required accessories like check valves), and size the correct cylinder/rod set for efficient pumping. Then we handle professional installation and testing for smooth, reliable operation.

Built for Reliability—Installed by Pros

Our team provides end-to-end service—from consulting and product selection to installation and maintenance. As authorized dealers for Simple Pump and Bison Pump, we supply genuine components and configure your system for easy operation and long-term durability.

Ready to add a dependable, no-power backup to your water system? Contact us to schedule your hand pump consultation.

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Frequently Asked Hand Pump Questions

We install deep-well hand pumps from Simple Pump and Bison Pump, as well as cistern (shallow-draw) pumps for above-ground tanks and short lifts. During your consultation we’ll match the system to your well depth, casing size, and water-use goals.

In many wells, yes. Deep-well hand pumps from Simple Pump and Bison Pump are designed to share the same well casing as a submersible (diameter and configuration permitting), so you keep everyday electric convenience and gain manual backup for outages.

Yes. With the right configuration (check valve/pressurizing kit and proper sizing), deep-well hand pumps can pump into a pressure tank, allowing normal faucet and shower use during an outage.

Effective depth depends on your static water level, target pressure, and selected cylinder/rod set. We review your well report and goals to recommend a system that pumps efficiently from your water level and meets your usage needs.

Deep-well hand pumps are engineered to lift from significant depths and can be paired with pressure tanks. Cistern pumps (often cast-iron “pitcher” styles) are for shallow sources like storage tanks and aren’t intended for deep water or whole-home pressure.

Absolutely. Hand pumps are human-powered, so they deliver water even when the grid is down. Many homeowners install them specifically for emergency readiness and off-grid resilience.

Helpful information includes well casing diameter, total depth, static water level (if known), existing pump type, and whether you want bucket-fill only or tank pressurization. Don’t worry if you don’t have everything—our team can help gather the details.

Hand pumps are low-maintenance. Periodic checks of seals, rods, and alignment, plus occasional lubrication per manufacturer guidance, help ensure smooth operation. We offer maintenance support and can show you simple owner checks.

We configure systems for local conditions with options like weep hole placement, insulated well caps/heads, proper drain-back, and cold-weather installation practices so the pump is ready year-round.

Yes. We’re a dealer for Simple Pump and Bison Pump, which means you get genuine components, product-backed warranties, and a system configured to manufacturer specifications.

Many deep-well hand pump systems are modular, allowing future changes such as different handles, cylinder sizes, or integration for pressurizing a tank. We can design with upgradability in mind during the initial install.

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