3 Things You Should Do When Buying A New Pump For Your Swimming Pool

Posted on: 5 August 2020

Are you getting ready to purchase a new pump for your swimming pool? Here are a few other things you should do while you're at it:

Schedule a Consultation Appointment

One of the first things you should do before buying a new pump for your swimming pool is to schedule a consultation appointment with your service provider. During the consultation appointment, your service provider will inspect your swimming pool and determine the best pump options for your setup. This will help ensure that you don't end up with a pump that is too small or too weak to keep your pool clean as time goes on.

Your service provider will also make sure that all the pump hook-ups and the other equipment are in good condition. If a problem is spotted, it can be repaired so your system is ready for a new pump. And if necessary, you can replace any parts that are worn out before your new pump gets installed so that the pump doesn't succumb to premature wear and tear.

Learn About Maintenance Requirements

You should also take the time to learn about the maintenance requirements of your new pool pump when it gets installed so that you understand how to properly care for it in the coming years. If maintenance isn't a priority, you may end up having to replace your pump again sooner than you expect, which would be a waste of your time and money.

Ask your service provider for a maintenance checklist that can be used between professional maintenance appointments to keep your pool pump in good shape. What signs should be looked for that could mean a problem is developing with the pump? How should the pump be cleaned and tested, and how often should these tasks be done? The more you know about maintenance, the better shape your pump will stay in.

Find a Certified Repair Facility to Work With

Even if you take excellent care of your new swimming pool pump, there is always a chance that it will require repairs at some point. So, you need to know exactly who to call if your pump starts performing poorly or erratically or stops working altogether. Find a repair facility to work with that offers emergency services and that can do the repair work that is needed onsite so you don't have to worry about your pump getting disconnected from your pool system and taken to another location for any reason.

Reach out to a professional who works with pool pumps for more information. 

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