Pool Pumps & Filters
Pool Pumps
Modern pumps & filters are energy efficient and reduce maintainence so that you can spend more time enjoying your pool.A pool pump is a crucial mechanical device that works in conjunction with the filter to maintain your pool's cleanliness. Pool pumps are offered in a large selection with many different sizes and pumping capabilities. Some are designed for smaller above-ground pools while others are better for inground ones.
A pool pump works by extracting water from the pool, running it through a basket and then a filter to trap debris and dirt. The pump then sends clean water back into the pool. A pump can have one or two speeds and different levels of power.
Every pump has a capability level that lets you know how much water it can circulate. It is important to look at the pump's circulation ability and see how much it can pump either by the minute or by the hour. A good rule to follow is that a residential pool should be able to circulate its entire water contents in 8-10 hours.
Some pool pumps come equipped with a straining basket to catch debris and many have transparent lids to allow you to monitor the basket.
Pool Filters
The reasons for filtration are obvious - clear water not only looks beautiful, but it is also necessary for health and safety reasons.Pool filters are made for both inground and above ground pools and are designed specifically to work in correlation with different pumps. There are three common types of pool filters found on the market today.
Sand filters quite simply have sand in a pressurized canister that stops debris. They are very popular because they work well and are the most affordable in filter options.
Cartridge filters use cartridges that clean the water by trapping dirt in the cartridge. You must clean the cartridge to get rid of the debris. Normally you will need to replace the entire cartridge after 2-5 years.
Some filters needs to be backwashed, which essentially washes out debris from the filter by reversing the stream of water. Similar to a pump, a filter is measured in the amount of water it can circulate in a given amount of time. Regardless of the circumstances there is a filter for every situation and budget.