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01. What to look for before you buy02. Where these figures come from03. Best prices in stock today04. Why buy from Qyvea05. FAQ
If the tank fills from mains or a gravity line, fit a float valve on the inlet: the float rises and shuts the water off by itself, with no electricity. If a pump fills the tank, use a float switch that stops the pump at the set level. Always keep a working overflow pipe as backup, because any float can stick or fail.
Key takeaways
- Mains or gravity fill: float valve.
- Pump fill: float switch.
- Keep an overflow pipe as a backup.
- Clean the float and inlet filter regularly.
01What to look for before you buy
Float valve
Float switch
02Where these figures come from
Figures are indicative and change often; confirm with a written quote. Sources checked October 2026: Jiji Kenya float switch listings; Tameson: guide to float switches in water tanks.
03Best prices in stock today
Prices update live from the Qyvea store. Tap any product to see full specs, stock and delivery options, or ask us on WhatsApp for a recommendation.
04Why buy from Qyvea
Why Kenyans buy from Qyvea
- Genuine branded products sold with the manufacturer's warranty (typically 6–24 months, varies by product)
- 7-day returns and exchanges; damaged or wrong item? Report it within 48 hours for a free replacement or full refund
- Pay with M-Pesa, bank transfer or card; refunds go back the same way
- Free delivery in Nairobi on orders over KES 5,000, and delivery across Kenya
- Delivered to your door, dispatched once payment is confirmed, rated 4.6/5 from 57 Google reviews (bought from us? leave a review)
- Talk to a person on WhatsApp 0113 301 244, usually within 30 minutes
Full details: return & refund policy.
05Frequently asked questions
How much does a float switch cost in Kenya?
Generic switches are commonly listed from about KSh 300 to 1,500 and branded ones such as Dayliff around KSh 2,500, but check the current price and rating.
Can a float switch run my pump directly?
Only if its current rating is above the pump's. Larger pumps need a contactor.
