Reliable water changes everything. A home goes from tense and rationed to calm and normal the minute pressure stabilizes and hot water returns. When a well pump dies on a deep system, life stops. Showers, laundry, livestock waterers—down. As a pump tech who’s hauled more dead submersibles out of narrow casings than I can count, I’ve seen two patterns: undersized motors starved by high head, and budget pumps that never should’ve been lowered past 150 feet. Neither ends well.
Two weeks ago, a family called PSAM after losing water overnight. The Spyridonis family—Alex (39), a high school math teacher, and Nadia (37), a home-based CPA—live on 12 wooded acres outside Ellensburg, Washington. Their well sits at 380 feet with a static level around 140 feet, and a recovery that’s decent until late July. Their 1 HP competitor pump (a Franklin Electric unit from five years back) was sized for flow, not head. It spent summers short-cycling against high TDH, then finally cooked its bearings after a lightning surge. With two kids—Lukas (9) and Eva (6)—and a mini garden that doesn’t tolerate dry spells, Alex needed water yesterday.
For homeowners like the Spyridonis family and for contractors under deadline, high head applications demand the right pump, staged correctly, with a motor built to push water up 300–490 feet and still land near Best Efficiency Point. That’s where the PSAM Myers Predator Plus Series stands tall. In this guide, I’m laying out exactly how to think about head, horsepower, staging, durability, and installation components—so you don’t repeat someone else’s expensive mistake.
- Item #1 explains why 300 series stainless construction matters at depth. Item #2 unpacks the Pentek XE motor and high-thrust design. Item #3 covers staging, shut-off head, and matching to TDH. Item #4 details the 3-year warranty and real-world savings. Item #5 shows how to size HP and GPM using pump curves, the way I teach new installers. Item #6 compares 2-wire vs 3-wire choices for deep wells. Item #7 digs into impeller tech and sand resistance. Item #8 walks through installation best practices that save callbacks. Item #9 explains field-serviceable threaded assemblies and on-site repair. Item #10 outlines accessories and pressure-side plumbing that protect your investment.
Before we dive in, a few credentials that matter when you’re betting your home’s water on a pump: Myers Predator Plus is backed by Pentair R&D, Made in USA, UL listed, and NSF/CSA certified. The line routinely hits 80%+ hydraulic efficiency near BEP, ships fast from PSAM, and carries an industry-leading 3-year warranty. That combination is why I recommend it—because I have to stand behind these installs in the real world.
#1. Myers Predator Plus Series Stainless Steel Construction - 300 Series Lead-Free Materials for 8-15 Year Lifespan in Deep Well Systems
When you’re pulling against 300+ feet of head, heat and corrosion are the quiet killers, so material choice directly dictates service life.
The Predator Plus Series uses 300 series stainless steel for the shell, discharge bowl, shaft, coupling, wear ring, and suction screen—fully lead-free. That matters in mineral-rich or mildly acidic water where cast iron quickly pits and sheds scale. Stainless maintains tight clearances between stages, which preserves efficiency even after years of cycling. Add a stainless intake screen and internal check valve and you get stable starts, clean inflow, and fewer water hammer events at shutoff. In high head applications, where the pump’s working near its pressure limits, those details extend life from five or six years to a reliable 8-15—and with careful care, longer.
Compared to Goulds cast iron stage components, the Predator Plus stainless internals shrug off pH drift and iron bacteria staining that chew at porous metals. At 300–490 feet of dynamic head, the long-term corrosion resistance pays back in quiet: fewer squeals, fewer amp spikes, fewer seized shafts—worth every single penny.
For Alex and Nadia Spyridonis, their water tests showed elevated iron and hardness. Their old unit’s discharge bowl was pitted to the point it whistled under load. The stainless Predator Plus eliminated that friction loss, stabilized pressure, and dropped amp draw by nearly an amp at the same duty point.
Material Longevity in Mineral-Rich Water
High iron and hardness scratch cheap housings and erode clearance. 300 series stainless steel holds geometry under abrasive loads, so impellers don’t wobble and wear rings don’t gouge. Less mechanical drag equals lower amperage and cooler motor temps.
Lead-Free, Code-Friendly Construction
Rural doesn’t mean out-of-code. Lead-free stainless meets NSF expectations. If you ever sell the house, paperwork on materials matters—and it ensures clean water for your family today.
Stable Discharge Bowl, Stable Pressure
The discharge bowl’s dimensional stability keeps your multi-stage stack operating where the pump curve predicts. In high head, precision translates to predictable cut-in/cut-out cycles and fewer nuisance trips on thermal overload.
Key Takeaway: In deep wells with mineral load, stainless isn’t a nice-to-have; it’s your lifespan multiplier.
#2. Pentek XE High-Thrust Motor Technology - 80% Hydraulic Efficiency and Thermal Protection for 300–490 Foot Heads
High head demands torque and thermal discipline. That’s exactly what the Pentek XE motor delivers.
Myers pairs Predator Plus hydraulics with Pentek XE high-thrust motors engineered for continuous duty at elevated pressure. These motors carry thermal overload protection, lightning protection, and high-grade thrust bearings that support multi-stage stacks pushing into the 250–490 ft shut-off head zone. Where undersized motors run hot and die early, the XE keeps windings cool by operating near BEP—the sweet spot where the pump curve and your system head intersect. On 230V single-phase, expect stable amperage draw and smoother starts that are kinder to wiring, splices, and your control box if using 3-wire.
Franklin Electric makes capable motors, but the XE pairing on Predator Plus is tuned for Myers hydraulics. It’s not just about specs—it’s how the motor and wet end behave together over tens of thousands of cycles. That harmony is worth every single penny.
In the Spyridonis install, we moved from a tired 1 HP to a 1.5 HP XE-driven package to handle summer drawdown and the elevation to a second-story bath. Pressure stabilized at 54 psi cut-out with no audible strain, even when the irrigation zone kicked on.
Thermal and Lightning Protection Built In
Rural power grids spike. With integrated surge handling and thermal protection, XE motors ride through lightning season. Pair with a whole-house surge suppressor at the panel for belt-and-suspenders protection.
High-Thrust Bearings for Multi-Stage Loads
High head equals high axial load. The XE’s thrust stack handles it without grinding itself to dust. That’s why you don’t hear bearing chatter after the first year.
Efficiency at the Duty Point
Running near 80%+ hydraulic efficiency trims power bills and keeps motor temps down. Translation: money saved and service life extended in a single design decision.
Key Takeaway: High head without a high-thrust motor is a short story. XE makes it a long one.
#3. Staging, Shut-Off Head, and TDH - Matching Multi-Stage Pump Curves to Real-World Elevations
You don’t buy GPM; you buy lift. If your TDH (Total Dynamic Head) math is off, nothing else matters.
For deep systems, I calculate TDH with four components: vertical lift from lowest expected water level, friction losses in your drop pipe and fittings, pressure tank setpoint (converted to feet: psi x 2.31), and a safety factor for summer drawdown. Myers Predator Plus offers multiple stages per horsepower class so we can pick a stack that clears your TDH with 10–15% headroom and still lands near BEP. The result is quiet operation and a motor that doesn’t cook itself on hot days.
Budget pumps boast flow at shallow heads, then crash in pressure. Myers lists honest pump curves and shut-off head so you can size correctly. Under high head, that transparency protects your investment.
For the Spyridonis system, TDH penciled to ~360 feet in July: 240 feet of lift, 54 psi at the tank (125 feet), plus friction. We selected a 10–12 GPM curve at that head and a 1.5 HP motor for reliable performance.
Understanding Shut-Off Head vs Working Head
Shut-off head is the ceiling; you should never design to it. Plan your duty point 10–20% below shut-off to prevent constant thermal trips and premature wear.
Friction Loss Isn’t Optional
Every elbow and foot of pipe steals head. In 1-1/4" NPT discharge, long runs need accurate friction accounting. Use the chart, not wishful thinking.
Safety Factor for Drawdown
Seasonal drawdown shifts your static level. Build it in. A pump sized for March can limp in August if you don’t.
Key Takeaway: Stage for TDH, not just flow. Myers’ curve honesty makes the math simple—and successful.
#4. Extended 3-Year Warranty Coverage - Industry-Leading Protection Reduces Lifetime Costs 15–30%
Warranties don’t make water, but they do make budgets work.
Myers backs Predator Plus with a 3-year warranty, versus the 12–18 months I see from many competitors. When a premium pump is installed by the book—proper pitless adapter, correct wire splice kit, accurate sizing, and debris control at the intake screen—failures are rare. But if something does go sideways, those extra years often mean one less expensive out-of-pocket pull and replacement. Over a decade, that’s real money.
Compared to Wayne Pumps and some big-box budget brands that offer a single year, Myers extends protection right through the highest-risk period of early-life failure. With Pentair behind the parts pipeline and PSAM’s same-day shipping on in-stock units, you aren’t stuck waiting for your water to return. For the Spyridonis family, that peace of mind mattered as much as the performance.
What a Strong Warranty Says About the Pump
Three years signals confidence in the motor windings, bearing stack, and threaded assembly integrity. Manufacturers don’t extend coverage on components that fail regularly.
How Contractors Leverage Warranty
Fewer callbacks and fewer “dry weekends” trying to wrangle authorization. With Myers, we document the install and get decisions quickly.
Budget vs Premium Ownership Math
Add two replacements and three service calls into a 10-year horizon. Premium pumps with longer warranties routinely beat budget pricing when the dust settles.
Key Takeaway: A longer warranty isn’t marketing fluff; it’s a reliability statement that cuts real costs.
#5. Well Depth and GPM Sizing Requirements - Matching Horsepower to Demand Using Pump Curve Analysis
Oversizing burns money; undersizing burns motors.
Start with demand. A typical family home runs well on 8–12 GPM, but add irrigation zones or livestock and you may need 12–18 GPM. Then factor your TDH. A 1/2 HP might run a 100-foot system beautifully, but at 300 feet you’re in 1–1.5 HP territory, with staging to match. Myers Predator Plus offers 1/2, 3/4, 1, 1.5, and 2 HP options and a broad staging palette to put your duty point near BEP.
For contractors, I always say: start with the highest summer head and the highest reasonable flow. Check the pump curve for that horsepower in the Predator Plus series. If the duty point sits on the steep side of the curve, bump staging. If it’s flat and inefficient, consider the next HP up with fewer stages for the same head. The Spyridonis upgrade from 1 HP to 1.5 HP wasn’t about vanity—it aligned the motor/multistage stack with a 360-foot duty point and 10 GPM target.
Convert Pressure Needs to Feet
Tank pressure at 50–60 psi equals 115–138 feet of head. Add that to vertical lift and friction. Head is cumulative.
Stage Counts Aren’t All Equal
A 10-stage in one brand isn’t the same as a 10-stage in another. Trust the curve—not the stage count—as your guide.
Don’t Chase Peak GPM
Flow at shallow head is irrelevant in deep wells. Design for the pressure you actually need during peak use.
Key Takeaway: Sizing by feel is how pumps die early. Use curves, go to BEP, and choose wisely.
#6. 2-Wire vs 3-Wire Configuration - Simplifying Control Boxes Without Sacrificing Depth Capability
Configuration affects install cost and serviceability.
A 2-wire well pump integrates the start components within the motor—fewer parts to mount, fewer connections to fail, and often a lower upfront cost. A 3-wire well pump uses an external control box, which can make troubleshooting start/run components easier above ground. Myers offers both in Predator Plus, so you pick based on installer preference, wire run, and service philosophy.
Unlike brands that push complex 3-wire-only ecosystems, Myers’ 2-wire configuration can trim $200–$400 on control box hardware without compromising performance in many deep wells. In high head applications, I often spec 3-wire for advanced diagnostic access and component swapability. For Alex, we stuck with 3-wire given the long run and his rural lightning exposure, pairing it with a surge-protected box.
When to Choose 2-Wire
Shorter runs, budget-sensitive installs, clean power. You still get robust performance and simpler wiring.
When to Choose 3-Wire
Longer runs, harsh power conditions, preference for replacing capacitors/relays above ground. Diagnostics are faster.
Wire Gauge and Voltage Drop
Deep wells need proper gauge for 230V single-phase. Undersized wire spikes amperage and kills motors. Don’t guess; use the chart.
Key Takeaway: Myers gives you configuration flexibility—optimize for your site, not the manufacturer’s limitations.
#7. Teflon-Impregnated Self-Lubricating Impellers - Grit and Sand Resistance That Protects Efficiency
Sand eats pumps for breakfast—unless the pump is built for it.
Predator Plus stages use Teflon-impregnated staging with self-lubricating impellers. That composite glides across fine grit without grabbing, so you don’t get the friction heat that warps cheap plastics. Precision clearances and nitrile rubber bearings stabilize the shaft under abrasive load, protecting the motor. Result: fewer amp spikes, quiet operation, and a pump that still hits its GPM rating years later.
Compared to Red Lion’s thermoplastic housings that tend to crack under repetitive pressure cycles and grit, Myers engineered composite and stainless stack absorb the abuse of marginal water without disintegrating. In high head, where stages are working, that durability isn’t optional—it’s survival. Over a decade, that resilience is worth every single penny.
The Spyridonis well shows seasonal fines after heavy rain. With Myers’ impeller design and an intact intake screen, we neutralized the grit threat. Pressure held, and the motor ran cool through irrigation season.
Composite Done Right
Not all composites are equal. The Myers formulation resists deformation at temperature and pressure—exactly what deep wells generate.
Stable Bearings Under Load
Nitrile bearings handle fines better than metal-on-metal in this application. They keep alignment and reduce axial wobble.
Protect the Intake
If your intake screen and cable guard are correct, you keep grit out of the wrong places and prevent wire chafe on the casing.
Key Takeaway: Smart staging keeps your efficiency numbers steady, even when water conditions aren’t.
#8. Installation Best Practices Assessment - Drop Pipe, Pitless, and Tank Sizing That Preserve Pump Life
Even the best pump can’t outrun a bad install.
For deep wells, I treat the mechanicals as a system: correct pitless adapter, schedule-appropriate drop pipe, properly crimped wire splice kit, a torque arrestor to stop cable slap, and a secured safety rope for controlled pulls. On the pressure side, match the pressure tank sizing to your flow—more drawdown means fewer cycles. A dialed pressure switch (40/60 or 30/50 as designed) that matches your curve prevents needless chatter.
In the Spyridonis home, we replaced a fatigued pitless with a higher-grade unit, upsized the tank from 30 to 60 gallons, and added surge protection. Those modest upgrades turned a good pump into a long-lived system.
Pipe and Fittings Matter
Undersized discharge lines create friction head you didn’t budget. Use the right size, smooth-bore pipe, and minimize elbows.
Electrical Integrity
Every submerged splice must be heat-shrink, adhesive-lined, and strain-relieved. A sloppy splice will sink a $1,500 pump.
Pressure Tank and Switch Harmony
Short-cycling kills motors. Proper tank sizing extends life and keeps pressure steady across fixtures.
Key Takeaway: Pumps don’t fail in isolation—installs do. Build the system right, and your pump hums for years.
#9. Field-Serviceable Threaded Assembly - On-Site Repairs Without Full Replacement
Serviceability saves weekends and wallets.
Myers Predator Plus features a threaded assembly that’s actually serviceable. When a check valve needs attention or an upper stage gets chewed by debris, qualified contractors can rebuild on-site without scrapping the entire package. With PSAM’s parts availability, I’ve turned what could have been full replacements into modest, same-day repairs.
While Franklin Electric submersibles often route you through proprietary channels and specialized dealer networks for service parts, Myers’ field-serviceable approach respects the skilled contractor and the homeowner’s timeline. In rural installs, speed matters. That practical repairability, combined with long-term parts support, is worth every single penny.
For the Spyridonis setup, we didn’t need it—yet—but Alex liked knowing he wasn’t locked into a full tear-out over a minor component down the road.
Threaded vs Pressed
A threaded assembly can be opened methodically and reassembled correctly. Pressed designs can force full replacements for small issues.
Check Valve Access
Access to the internal check valve reduces nuisance drain-back and water hammer without yanking the entire wet end.
PSAM Parts Pipeline
We stock what breaks most often. When you need a wear ring or stage kit, you shouldn’t wait a week.
Key Takeaway: Serviceability is an insurance policy you cash in when life happens.
#10. Accessories That Protect Your Investment - Control Boxes, Surge Protection, and System Monitoring
Protection is cheaper than pulling pipe.
Pair your Myers with a properly rated control box (for 3-wire), a whole-house surge protector, and if your site sees frequent silt events, consider a sediment pre-screen at the well head or a cartridge filter post-tank. A quality check valve at the tank tee (not stacked at the pump) prevents weird cycling. For folks off-site during the week, a simple pressure/flow monitor can alert you to leaks before your pump runs 24/7.
In high head, any leak translates into invisible runtime. For Alex and Nadia, we added a panel-mounted surge unit and a small Wi-Fi pressure monitor. A week later, a hose bib left cracked open pinged Alex’s phone—and he saved his power bill and his pump’s bearings from hours of unnecessary work.
Surge and Lightning Strategy
Rural lines spike. Layer protection: panel surge device, lightning protection at the motor, and clean grounding at the well head.
Smart Monitoring
Inexpensive sensors track cycles and alert you to anomalies. Early detection prevents cooked motors.
Valve Discipline
Avoid multiple check valves in series; it creates odd pressure pockets. One at the pump, meyer water pump one at the tank tee is the typical discipline—verify your local code.
Key Takeaway: Spend a little on protection now to avoid hundreds in labor later.
Detailed Brand Comparison: Myers vs Goulds vs Red Lion (High-Head Focus)
Technical Performance: Myers Predator Plus uses a fully 300 series stainless hydraulic stack with Teflon-impregnated staging and a Pentek XE high-thrust motor, supporting 80%+ efficiency near BEP and up to 490 ft shut-off head depending on model. Goulds includes models with cast iron components that are susceptible to corrosion in acidic or iron-laden water, potentially widening clearances and reducing pressure over time. Red Lion often leans on thermoplastic housings that can deform or crack under repetitive thermal and pressure cycles typical of deep-well duty.
Application Differences: Myers prioritizes field serviceable, threaded assembly designs to enable on-site stage or valve service, versus more replacement-centric approaches. In high-head residential systems, Myers sustains 8–15 years with proper sizing and maintenance. Goulds can perform well initially but shows wear faster in corrosive conditions. Red Lion’s thermoplastic enclosures fit shallow applications better than 300–400 ft head scenarios. Energy and replacement costs compound heavily over a decade.
Value Conclusion: For high head installs, durability and stable curves drive total cost. Myers’ stainless construction, XE motor pairing, and PSAM parts support equal fewer downtime events, longer service intervals, and predictable bills—worth every single penny.
Detailed Brand Comparison: Myers vs Franklin Electric vs Grundfos (Controls, Wiring, and Ownership)
Technical Performance: Myers Predator Plus mated to Pentek XE motors delivers robust thrust and integrated protections. Franklin Electric offers strong motors, but frequently pairs with proprietary controls and dealer-focused service pathways. Grundfos produces capable hydraulics—often with 3-wire or more complex control ecosystems—that can drive up upfront cost and installation complexity. Myers supports both 2-wire and 3-wire configurations without forcing specialty controls, maintaining high efficiency and straightforward commissioning.
Application Differences: In rural emergencies, availability and ease dictate success. Myers’ field serviceable design and open parts sourcing through PSAM allow fast on-site fixes. Franklin’s proprietary path can slow DIY/contractor repairs and escalate cost. Grundfos often requires higher-priced control gear and a narrower selection of repair kits. Over 8–12 years, integrated protections and simplified wiring translate to fewer callbacks and reduced downtime.
Value Conclusion: When your family depends on a deep well, simplicity, service access, and proven stainless staging matter. Myers brings all three, backed by a 3-year warranty and PSAM logistics. The lower hassle factor and long-term stability are worth every single penny.
FAQ: High-Head Myers Pump Selection and Ownership
1) How do I determine the correct horsepower for my well depth and household water demand?
Start by calculating TDH: vertical lift from lowest seasonal water level, plus friction losses in pipe/fittings, plus pressure requirement at the tank (psi x 2.31). Then determine demand: most homes need 8–12 GPM, while irrigation or livestock can bump that to 12–18 GPM. Plot your duty point (GPM at TDH) on the Myers Predator Plus pump curve. Select the horsepower whose curve places your duty point near BEP. For instance, at 350 ft head and 10 GPM, a 1.5 HP often fits better than a 1 HP that would run hot and inefficient. If your curve sits on the steep left, add stages or move up HP; if it’s flat, you may be oversized. My recommendation: call PSAM with your well log and tank specs—we’ll match a 1/2, 3/4, 1, 1.5, or 2 HP Predator Plus to your exact system so you get pressure without punishing your motor.
2) What GPM flow rate does a typical household need and how do multi-stage impellers affect pressure?
Most single-family homes are comfortable at 8–12 GPM. Multi-stage impellers stack pressure by adding head per stage—ideal for deep wells. Each stage contributes a set amount of head at a given GPM, and the total head is the sum across stages. That’s why a properly staged submersible well pump maintains pressure at elevation while still delivering house-flow needs. If you’re at 300+ ft and want 10 GPM at 50–60 psi, you’ll spec a multi-stage array aligned to that TDH. Myers Predator Plus lists stages and shut-off head, so you can see exactly how many stages you need to hit, say, 360 ft at 10 GPM without riding the edge. Pro tip: don’t chase peak advertised GPM—design for your pressure and flow duty point instead.
3) How does the Myers Predator Plus Series achieve 80% hydraulic efficiency compared to competitors?
High efficiency comes from matching hydraulics to duty. Predator Plus optimizes impeller geometry, wear ring clearances, and 300 series stainless dimensional stability to keep internal leakage low. Efficiency peaks near BEP on the curve, where flow meets the least resistance and motor strain is minimized. Pairing with the Pentek XE motor—designed for high thrust with precise tolerances and thermal protection—reduces losses from heat and misalignment. Some competitors use mixed materials or looser clearances that erode with corrosion or grit, pushing the pump off its efficiency point sooner. In real homes, that translates to lower amperage draw and cooler operation at the same GPM and head, cutting annual energy costs significantly.
4) Why is 300 series stainless steel superior to cast iron for submersible well pumps?
Submerged metals live hard lives. 300 series stainless steel resists corrosion from acidic pH, chlorides, and iron bacteria better than cast iron, which pits and scales. Once pitted, iron sheds particles into the hydraulic stack, widening clearances and dropping pressure output. Stainless maintains geometry over years of cycling, keeping efficiency and pressure aligned with the curve. For deep wells—where TDH can exceed 300–400 ft—small internal losses cause big performance drops. Stainless also supports lead-free compliance, important for safety and resale documentation. Bottom line: stainless protects your investment by preserving the pump’s ability to deliver head under real water chemistry.
5) How do Teflon-impregnated self-lubricating impellers resist sand and grit damage?
Teflon-impregnated staging provides a slick, low-friction interface between the engineered composite impellers and stationary surfaces. When fine sand passes through, the self-lubricating material reduces friction heat and scoring. Combined with nitrile rubber bearings, shaft alignment remains stable, so impellers don’t wobble into the wear ring. This minimizes internal leakage and keeps the pump close to its original GPM rating years later. In contrast, standard plastics can soften with heat or embed grit, accelerating wear. If your well shows fines after storms, the Myers approach maintains performance and extends service life—especially important at high head where each stage is working hard.
6) What makes the Pentek XE high-thrust motor more efficient than standard well pump motors?
The Pentek XE is engineered for the axial loads of multi-stage stacks in deep wells. High-thrust bearings, tightly controlled tolerances, and thermal overload protection keep windings cool at elevated head pressures. Coupled with lightning protection, the motor rides through rural surge events better than basic designs. Efficiency gains show up as lower amperage draw at a given pressure/flow duty point. That cooler, steadier operation keeps insulation intact and extends motor life. In testing and in the field, XE motors maintain output without creeping heat that shortens lifespan—key for 300–490 ft applications.
7) Can I install a Myers submersible pump myself or do I need a licensed contractor?
If you’re experienced with electrical, plumbing, and working over open casings, a competent DIYer can install a Myers submersible well pump. However, deep wells raise myers pump the stakes: long drop pipe sections, proper wire splice kits, safe pitless adapter handling, and correct torque arrestor placement are all critical. Mistakes can mean fishing a dropped pump or burning a motor from voltage drop or short-cycling. Many homeowners handle tank-side plumbing and hire a pro for the drop. Contractors bring the hoist gear, megger testers for insulation checks, and the right wire gauge calculations. My recommendation: for 200+ ft, bring in a licensed installer. PSAM can supply a full kit—pump, control box, pressure tank, and accessories—and connect you with a trusted pro if needed.
8) What’s the difference between 2-wire and 3-wire well pump configurations?
In a 2-wire configuration, the start components live in the motor housing—simplifying wiring and reducing external parts. In a 3-wire configuration, those components sit in an external control box above ground. Performance can be similar when sized correctly, but 3-wire makes diagnosis and component swaps easier without pulling the pump. In deep wells with long runs or questionable power quality, I often prefer 3-wire plus surge protection. For short runs and clean power, 2-wire trims costs and speeds install. Myers Predator Plus supports both, so we design around your site instead of the manufacturer forcing one approach.
9) How long should I expect a Myers Predator Plus pump to last with proper maintenance?
In real-world deep-well installs, 8–15 years is a fair expectation for Predator Plus, with many systems stretching beyond when water chemistry is friendly and maintenance is consistent. Keep voltage within spec, size to the correct BEP, protect against lightning with panel surge devices, and eliminate short-cycling with adequate pressure tank capacity. Maintain filters and periodically check system pressure and runtime for anomalies. I’ve seen premium Myers units run 20–30 years when the well is clean and electrics are stable. Spend the time on setup and you’ll earn it back in years of no-drama service.
10) What maintenance tasks extend well pump lifespan and how often should they be performed?
- Quarterly: Inspect pressure, check for rapid cycling, listen for water hammer (check valve issues). Semiannually: Inspect pressure switch contacts, test air charge in the pressure tank, confirm cut-in/out settings. Annually: Test voltage under load, inspect surge protection, review historical runtime from any monitoring device. As needed: Replace filters, flush sediment. If irrigating, avoid long, low-flow periods that overheat the motor (throttle to spec or use a booster pump on the surface). At the wellhead, ensure the well cap is sealed and critter-tight. Pro tip: document changes in seasonal static level so you don’t accidentally size yourself out of headroom down the road.
11) How does Myers’ 3-year warranty compare to competitors and what does it cover?
Myers’ 3-year warranty outpaces many brands that offer only 12–18 months. It typically covers manufacturing defects and performance failures when installed per manual—correct voltage, properly sized, clean electrics, and compliant hydraulics. It does not cover abuse, incorrect installation, or damage from dry-run unless protected by a control that proves fault. In practice, that extra window often absorbs what would have been an expensive early-life replacement. With PSAM as your partner, claims move faster because we maintain documentation, provide install kits, and keep serials handy. That’s real coverage translating into real savings.
12) What’s the total cost of ownership over 10 years: Myers vs budget pump brands?
Consider purchase price, energy, service calls, and replacements. A budget unit (Everbilt/Flotec class) may cost less up front, but in high head it often lasts 3–5 years, running hot and drawing more amps due to inefficient hydraulics and material wear. That means two replacements in a decade, plus callbacks. Myers Predator Plus, running at 80%+ efficiency near BEP, with stainless staging, often lasts 8–15 years with fewer failures. Add the 3-year warranty coverage and PSAM parts availability, and you’re typically 15–30% ahead over a decade—sometimes more if your water chemistry is tough. Pay for the right pump once; don’t buy the wrong pump twice.
Conclusion: Why Myers from PSAM Wins High-Head Deep Wells
High head exposes every weakness in a well system. Materials corrode, bearings protest, stages deform, and motors overheat—unless each component is built for it. Myers Predator Plus counters those forces with 300 series stainless steel, Teflon-impregnated staging, a Pentek XE high-thrust motor, and a field-serviceable threaded assembly. The line’s 80%+ efficiency near BEP slashes energy waste, while the 3-year warranty protects your wallet when it counts. Add PSAM’s same-day shipping, stocked parts, and hands-on technical support—and you’ve got a system that simply works.
The Spyridonis family went from dry taps to a clean 54 psi cut-out and steady showers, even with irrigation running. That’s what the right pump does in a high-head application: restores normal life and keeps it that way.
Need help sizing your Myers submersible well pump today? Call PSAM. I’ll walk you through TDH, stage selection, 2-wire vs 3-wire, and the exact HP to land your duty point on the curve. Your water is too important to guess at—let’s get it right and make it last.