In any large-scale commercial building, manufacturing plant, or municipal facility, utilities represent a massive chunk of overhead costs. What many facility managers oversee, however, is exactly where that electrical power is being consumed. Studies show that electric motor-driven systems consume over half of all electricity utilized by industries. Among those systems, pumps are often the…
Houston construction sites face constant water challenges. Learn how heavy-duty water pumps keep projects on schedule and how Gulf Coast Pump and Supply can help. Water Is a Daily Challenge on Houston Job Sites If you’re managing a construction project in Houston, water isn’t an occasional problem—it’s part of the job. Between sudden rainstorms, high…
Municipal wastewater systems don’t fail because of how much they handle. They fail because of what’s moving through them. Wipes, grease, and debris enter the system every day. Without proper processing, that material builds up fast—leading to clogged pumps, increased maintenance, lift station overflows, and compliance risks. If systems are constantly reacting instead of running…
Choosing between a submersible pump and a diaphragm pump isn’t a product decision. It’s an engineering decision. Both are built for commercial and industrial environments. Both move fluids reliably when properly specified. But they operate on completely different mechanical principles—and selecting the wrong one can lead to premature failure, inefficient performance, and costly downtime. In…
A commercial pressure booster system is basically the muscle behind your building’s water delivery. It’s an engineered assembly that increases water pressure so fluids can reach every floor, every fixture, and every piece of equipment that needs it—no matter how tall the building or how far the water has to travel. Unlike the small residential…
Gulf Coast Pump & Supply is closing out 2025 with deep gratitude for the customers, contractors, and industry partners who have trusted us throughout the year. From emergency pump replacements to custom-built flood control systems, we’ve been honored to be your first call when performance matters most. As we head into the new year, we…
When you’re working in construction, agriculture, municipal water systems—or any environment where water needs to move fast and clean—debris isn’t just a nuisance. It’s the difference between keeping your system up and running or dealing with costly delays and damage. One of the most overlooked but vital components in pump systems is the filtration screen.…
When it comes to pumping solutions, one size doesn’t fit all. The right pump can make or break the efficiency, longevity, and overall performance of your system—whether you’re working on wastewater management, stormwater control, municipal water distribution, or industrial processing. That’s where Gulf Coast Pump & Supply and our trusted line of Ashland Pumps come…
When you’re building out a mechanical room or retrofitting a system, the quality of your pump package matters—and so does your supplier. Gulf Coast Pump & Supply is proud to be an authorized distributor of FloFab products, a brand known throughout the industry for its high-performance skid packages and components. The FloFab Legacy Since 1981,…
If you’ve ever dealt with a pump going down in the middle of a job, you know the headache it brings. Whether it’s a submersible pump, booster pump, or part of a groundwater system, pump failure always seems to happen when you need it most. So what’s really going on when pumps stop working? And…
As hurricane season approaches, flood-prone areas along the Gulf Coast—especially cities like Houston—must prepare for heavy rains, storm surges, and flash flooding. The right flood control system can make the difference between widespread water damage and a protected property. At Gulf Coast Pump & Supply, we carry the critical components municipalities and contractors need to…
Flooding poses significant challenges to communities, especially in regions like Houston and the Texas Gulf Coast. Implementing effective flood control systems is essential to mitigate the impact of heavy rainfall and storm surges. These systems comprise various components, including fiberglass basins, pumps, and retention ponds, each playing a vital role in managing excess water. The…
Municipalities rely on commercial irrigation systems to maintain public parks, golf courses, sports complexes, and other large green spaces. These systems demand high-performance pumps, durable components, and efficient water management solutions to keep operations running smoothly. Without the right equipment, irrigation systems can suffer from inconsistent pressure, clogged lines, and inefficient water distribution, leading to…
Commercial buildings such as high-rises, strip centers, industrial warehouses, and more rely on stronger pumps. We’re not talking about your typical sump pump used in a residential home, for example. In this industry, efficiency and reliability are critical. Contractors and developers rely on high-performance equipment to ensure smooth operations in high-rise buildings, office complexes, hotels,…
For over 60 years, Gulf Coast Pump & Supply has been Houston’s go-to resource for pumps, filtration systems, and accessories. We’ve always prioritized providing best in the industry products and excellent service, and now we’re taking things to the next level. We’re excited to announce our new partnerships with Ashland Pump and FloFab, two highly…
For over 60 years, Gulf Coast Pump & Supply has been the trusted name in Houston for pumps, fittings, and irrigation systems. Whether you’re building a custom pump station, upgrading a filtration system, or just need reliable parts to keep your operations running, we’ve got you covered. We’re more than just a supply house—we’re a…
If you want to maintain a healthy, efficient lake irrigation system, having the right equipment is everything. No matter the size and scope of your project, Gulf Coast Pump & Supply is your trusted resource for pumps and components. The Importance of a Reliable Lake Irrigation System Lake irrigation systems are often the backbone of…
When it comes to construction, having the right equipment on hand can make all the difference. At Gulf Coast Pump & Supply, we’re here to make sure you’ve got everything you need to keep your projects moving without a hitch. From pumps to fittings, hoses, and more, we’re your one-stop shop for everything construction companies…
When purchasing the right pump for residential or commercial use, understanding the various types available and their specific applications is crucial. At Gulf Coast Pump & Supply in Houston, we offer a wide range of pumps to cater to different needs, including irrigation pumps, marine pumps, and groundwater pumps. However, if you don’t know what…
It Takes Only A Few Minutes For A Flood To Build To Dangerous Levels Flooding is a natural disaster that has plagued regions around the globe, causing immense damage to property, infrastructure, and even loss of life. The Gulf Coast, particularly Houston, is no stranger to this peril. In fact, the recent storms that have…
Groundwater is a vital resource for residential, agricultural, and industrial use. It plays a crucial role in sustaining various activities, especially in Houston where the demand for a reliable water supply is high. Groundwater pumps serve as the backbone of water extraction systems, especially in rural areas. They efficiently bring water from underground sources to…
The Growing Need For Pressure-Boosting Equipment The demands for a sufficient water supply are continuously growing due to urbanization and industrialization but maintaining adequate water pressure can be a challenge. This is where pressure-boosting equipment comes into play, proving to be an essential solution for a wide range of applications. Gulf Coast Pump & Supply…
Preparing For Spring With The Right Irrigation Pumps In the arena of crop irrigation, the efficiency and sustainability of your system hinge significantly on one critical choice: having the right pump. This decision is not to be taken lightly as there are many considerations. After all, it influences not only the operational efficiency of the…
We’re based in Houston, Texas, one of the most flood-prone areas in the United States. So naturally, we stand at the forefront of supplying advanced flood control systems and solutions. As a region frequently confronted with the challenges of managing floodwaters, especially in the wake of catastrophic events like Hurricane Harvey, the expertise and products…
The Role Of Variable Frequency Drives In Industry In today’s industrial and commercial sectors, efficiency and adaptability are key. Machinery and pumps have evolved to meet these needs. One such piece of equipment that can be found in so many different industries is the variable frequency drive or VFD. These devices are crucial in managing…
No matter what the application is pumps make things easier whether they’re hand pumps like an old well or sophisticated machine pumps. While machine pumps such as centrifugal and pressure booster pumps remove the need for manual labor they still need to be monitored. However, in the fast-paced world that we live in, efficiency is…
Marine pumps are a crucial piece of equipment for any pond, water feature, or municipal fountain. Even if the pawn is man-made it still requires the use of these vital pumps. They provide necessary aeration to the water which helps sustain the health of fish and other aquatic creatures within. Pond pumps also circulate the…
Have you ever wondered why pumps fail? Whether you’re dealing with a submersible pump or another kind of groundwater pump, various problems can cause them to malfunction or stop working altogether. Let’s break down the causes of pump failure and provide ways you can prevent it from happening in the future. Common Causes Of Pump…
A: Well, you’d be surprised, there is a multitude of pumps being used in wastewater treatment plants. A lot is going on in those. Some of them have above-ground, belt-driven, self-priming centrifugal pumps that’s actually pumping the raw sewage into the system. Inside the system they’ll have submersible or centrifugal, it doesn’t matter— chopper-style or…
A: It just depends on your application. For municipal or commercial applications, there may be a lake or a pond nearby that we can use to put a submersible in. That’s always a good situation if you can— it keeps the pump and system out of the elements. You know, keeps it away from ants,…
A: A wastewater pump is anything that is pumping raw sewage, runoff—anything like that, into a city main or a disposal center to be reclaimed, cleaned, and sent downstream as a gray water product. A wastewater pump is a critical part of many residential and commercial plumbing systems. You will typically find a few types…
A: A PVC well screen is something that a water well driller is going to use at the very bottom of the well. Usually, it’s capped or plugged at the very end and that is the piece of pipe with slots cut all the way up in it. The slots can be from 6 thousandths…
A: Basically what you’re doing on flood control, is you’re watching the level in the detention systems around the city. There’s usually large-volume pumps that are designed to pump it into a city main, a sewer main, or for us—a bayou that flows into the Gulf of Mexico. So really what you’re looking at is…
A: There could be a lot of requirements seeing how there is a lot of different styles of sewage pumps. You have your basic non-clog, your high-head, you have vortex-style impellers. You have grinder pumps, chopper pumps, and macerating pumps, to name a few. So, really it just depends on what your situation is. We…
A: There are lots of different varieties of irrigation pumps. Typically, an irrigation system is going to use a pump with a relay from the irrigation controller telling it when to turn on and off and for how long for each zone it’s operating under. Sizing that pump all depends on what kind of system…
A: This is something we started doing about 20-23 years ago, somewhere around there. We found that a lot of these neighborhoods had detention lakes that were also used as vanity lakes, decorative with fountains and whatnot. We were thinking, why use a large municipal pump to crank up and use the well water from…
A: Good question. There’s a lot of different things you can look at. What you have to look at first is, how much pressure are you trying to add to your system? You’re trying to boost this pressure so, you need to look at what the volume is and how much more pressure you need.…
A: There’s lots of ways that pumps go bad. They can run dry, they can have an electrical failure. A lot of times you start with, “is it running or not with power going to it?” You need to have an electrician, or someone certified to work on those pumps to actually get in there…
A: Groundwater can be anywhere from ten feet below the surface to thousands of feet below the surface. It’s just a matter of where you’re at geographically and the geology of the ground around you. There’s different aquifers at different levels. Here in Houston, we’re really close to the ocean—the gulf and everything. So, in…
A: PTO stands for power take-off, which is an auxiliary clutch on the bottom of an industrial truck. These are used in construction applications. You see these big trucks with the water tanks on them going up and down and spraying water out the back. They’re using that for dust control. Every now and then…
A: A centrifugal pump is any pump—whether it’s submersible or above ground, that is using centrifugal force to move water, fluid, or whatever it is, from one point to another. It uses an impeller and diffuser or volute style system. The centrifugal pump is easily the most popular choice of pump to transfer liquids of…
A: Coal bed methane is in mines—it’s a very corrosive, very hot, very severe environment, that is down in the borehole. So, what these pumps are made for is—they typically look like a standard water well submersible pump. However, they are made for extreme temperatures and continuous service. So, their longevity is going to be…
A: Lake water filtration is a series of suction screens either before the pump or filtration systems after the pump. This is for a system that is pumping out of a vanity lake or detention area in a neighborhood or a park for water that’s being used for irrigation. The reason we have that…
A: An expansion tank is a piece of equipment you’re going to use on any pressurized water system. There are two different kinds of expansion tanks. There’s a pre-charged or diaphragm tank that has an actual bladder made of different materials for different manufacturers inside of it. The tank, when empty, actually has a pre-charge…
A: Well, being a Goulds distributor for the last 30-35 years, we carry a lot of their products. Everything from residential jet pumps and submersibles all the way up to municipal and industrial line shaft turbines. We carry and stock a lot of their wastewater and lift station equipment. We build a lot of their…
A: A sewage pump is obviously for wastewater design. It can be a standard non-clog, a grinder pump, or it can be a small effluent pump. Anything that’s pumping water out of the lift station. It can be a small commercial, large industrial, or municipal lift station that’s pushing it to a water treatment plant.…
A: An HVAC chilled water pump is any type of centrifugal pump that is circulating water within an HVAC/air conditioning or heating unit. It helps keep the water cool, the air temperature moderated, and keeps the entire system running correctly. While there are a variety of pumps used for fluid transfer, centrifugal pumps are…
A: A drainage pump system can be used for a wide range of applications. It can be a small pump for an elevator drain system or basement draining—or as large as flood control. Typically, a larger system that is commercial, industrial, or municipal is going to be a drainage basin. That is a container in…
A: We carry a full line of groundwater and water well equipment, as well as environmental and dewatering equipment. From the pump equipment all the way to the pipes, valves, fittings, everything. We also carry a full line and have a full stock of wastewater equipment. As well as HVAC and circulator pumps, booster…
A: A grinder pump is a wastewater pump that is used in a situation where the solids are too heavy for a traditional non-clog sewage pump. It actually has a cutter and a cutting wheel that will cut up the solids and pump it out into the wastewater system and wastewater treatment plant. Grinder Pump…
A: It’s a device that is used to extract water from water-bearing sand strata in the ground. This can be a small residential jet pump or a small residential submersible pump that goes inside of a casing. It can also be up to a large vertical or submersible turbine that’s used for municipalities and small…
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