A pool pump that keeps shutting off may be following a schedule, stopping after a priming failure, protecting itself from overheating or overcurrent, losing power through a breaker or GFCI, …
According to IBIS World, a reliable international data source, swimming pool maintenance will be worth $7.2 billion in 2026. While many resort to expensive professional maintenance services, I’m here to …
Choosing an above-ground pool pump is less about buying the biggest motor and more about matching the pump to the pool, filter, plumbing and electrical supply. An oversized pump can …
The best inground-pool pump is not simply the model with the highest horsepower. It is the pump whose performance curve can deliver the flow your pool needs at the system’s …
Running a pool pump during the wrong time of day can lead to algae growth, frozen plumbing, and many other unwanted problems. Your pump needs to run at different times …
Variable-speed pool pumps offer a lower noise output, higher energy savings, and more control than single-speed and dual-speed pumps. However, there are plenty of variable-speed (VS) pumps on the market, …
Your pool pump is the most important part of owning a swimming pool. None of the chemicals, filters, heaters, or anything else will work without a fully functioning pump. Faulty …
Pool pumps are designed for warm weather, but freezing temperatures can cause all sorts of problems. For example, the plumbing can crack, the impeller can jam, and the motor might …
Pool pumps are sturdy, durable machines that are built to last a long time. However, even the best pool pumps that are given the most meticulous care will eventually wear …
Pump clicking noises can be worrisome, especially if you recently got a new motor. Most clicking noises are due to electrical issues that can quickly be solved, but some issues …