Pool pumps require regular maintenance and troubleshooting to operate efficiently. Common issues include low water flow, unusual noises, and electrical problems that can often be resolved with proper diagnosis and maintenance.
Pool heaters can fail due to electrical issues, gas problems, water flow restrictions, or component failures. Most common issues like pilot light problems, low water flow, and thermostat malfunctions can be diagnosed and often fixed without professional help.
Your pool pump isn't working properly if you notice weak water flow, unusual noises, air bubbles in return lines, high pressure readings, or the pump running but not circulating water.
Pool skimmer baskets work by trapping large debris like leaves and insects before they reach your pool's filtration system. Water flows through the skimmer opening, fills the basket chamber, and continues to the pump while debris gets caught in the perforated basket.
A dirty pool filter shows clear warning signs: high pressure gauge readings (8-10 PSI above clean pressure), cloudy or dull water, reduced water flow from return jets, and visibly dirty filter media. Check these indicators weekly to maintain optimal filtration.
Yes, pool filter pressure can be too low, typically indicating restricted water flow from clogged impellers, air leaks, closed valves, or pump problems. Normal pressure ranges from 8-25 PSI depending on your system.
Pool skimmers work by creating suction at the water surface through your pump system, pulling floating debris, oils, and contaminants into a removable basket before water flows to your filter.
Sand in pool filters should be changed every 3-5 years when it becomes worn and stops filtering effectively. Signs include cloudy water, shorter backwash cycles, and decreased water flow.
Pool filter sand works by creating a filtration bed that physically traps particles as small as 20-40 microns. Water flows down through the sand bed, where debris gets caught between sand grains, then clean water flows back up through the laterals to your pool.
Pool cartridge filters work by trapping debris and contaminants as water flows through pleated polyester or paper media. The pleated design increases surface area for better filtration, capturing particles as small as 10-15 microns through physical straining.
Yes, you need a bypass for your pool heater to control water flow, prevent damage during maintenance, and ensure proper operation. A bypass allows you to divert water around the heater when needed and regulate flow rates for optimal heating efficiency.
A DE pool filter works by coating filter grids with diatomaceous earth powder, which traps particles as small as 2-5 microns as water flows through the tank. The DE creates an ultra-fine filtering layer that provides the cleanest pool water of any filter type.
DE (diatomaceous earth) filters work by coating filter grids with fine DE powder that traps particles as small as 2-5 microns. Water flows through the DE coating, which captures contaminants while allowing clean water to pass through.
