Hey pool owners! Is your pool pump running dry? It means you need to prime your pump ASAP. If you turn on your pump and it's not full of water, the pump can overheat, melt your pump seals, and damage your pool plumbing. Priming means getting water flowing through your pump before you let it run for an extended amount of time. To prime your pump, turn the pump off, remove the lid, and add water to the pump housing with a garden hose. Let the hose run for 2-3 minutes. Once you’ve filled the pump h

Hey pool owners! This is your sign that it’s time to backwash your pool filter. If your filter’s pressure gauge reads 10 PSI above normal, your filter needs backwashing. But pressure gauges can fail over time. So if you notice low water flow coming into your pump, low water flow from the return jets, or your water is chronically cloudy, chances are you need to backwash. Always check your filter’s pressure gauge. But don’t rely on it as your only source of when to clean your filter. Follow us at

Replacing/repairing pool pump motor.