Is Your Pool Filter in Need of Replacement?

September 14th, 2016 Posted in Pool Filters
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A beautiful, safe swimming pool is only possible when the filtration system is working properly. Whether your pool has a sand, cartridge or DE filtration system, all of these systems need maintenance and eventually replacement. If you are unsure whether it is time to change your filters, here are the basics on how often these filtration systems need maintenance and replacement.

Sand Filters

One of the most basic and common filtration systems relies on sand to remove particles from the water. While not as effective in pulling smaller particles from the water, this system works for normal pool use. Sand filters will need the sand replaced every 2-5 years, depending on amount of use and type of sanitizing system. Regular backwashing is also required for maintenance.

DE Filters

DE filters need to be kept clean through regular maintenance, including backwashing, cleaning the filter/grid and adding DE. The grid can last ten years or more before replacement. However, the monthly maintenance is necessary to ensure you keep a healthy pool.

Cartridge Filters

Cartridge filters for pools are becoming increasingly popular. These filters do a better job of filtering out smaller particles than sand filters and do not require backwashing. The cartridges need to be cleaned about every 4-6 weeks with pressurized water and routinely soaked in a chemical mixture to remove any algae. Replacement of these filters is every 1-2 years, depending on use.

If you are not sure whether it is time to replace your filter or if your filtration system needs maintenance, contact your local pool service company for an inspection. Keeping your filtration system maintained can ensure you have a safe swimming pool for your family and reduce the cost of sanitization.

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Premier Pool Enterprises
Canton, GA
(494) 496-5579

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Basic Pool Filter Maintenance and Replacement

September 10th, 2015 Posted in Pool Filters
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For residential pools, there are three main types of filters: sand, cartridge and DE filters. Each of these requires ongoing maintenance to ensure they are properly cleaning your pool water and will need to be routinely replaced. Allowing a filter to go without maintenance will jeopardize the cleanliness of your pool and can cause additional damage to the rest of your pool equipment. It is important to care for your filters on a regular schedule to protect your investment into your pool.

Sand Filters

One of the most common filters is the sand filter, which uses a special sand to filter out particles and debris. To care for these filters, they need to be backwashed, usually about once a week. If you are on a pool maintenance plan, your pool service can do this for you. About every five years the sand will need to be replaced.

Cartridge Filters

Cartridge filters are more expensive than sand filters but also require less maintenance. These filters can be routinely cleaned by taking them out and rinsing them clear of debris. They will need to be replaced more often than sand, usually about every three years or more, depending on your pool usage.

Diatomaceous Earth (DE) Filters

DE filters use a fine powder from biological sources to filter the pool. These filters need to be cleaned and backwashed often, usually about every few months, more often with heavy use. The easiest way to maintain these filters is to have a professional pool service backwash and add more DE as needed as part of your pool maintenance.

One of the benefits of having professional pool maintenance is not needing to worry about caring for your pool filters. Most pool maintenance service includes cleaning, backwashing and replacing your filters as necessary.

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Canton, GA
(494) 496-5579

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