Well-maintained high-quality pool pumps can last between eight to 12 years. If you've missed out on many critical pool services, however, you can expect your pump to fail sooner. If your pump is more than half a decade old and it's becoming more and more problematic, it's best to get a new one.Dec 11, 2019
How do you know if your pool pump is bad?
- Low readings on the filter pressure gauge. If your gauge is reading low, it could be due to a clogged skimmer basket or pump strainer. ...
- Constant leaking. We talked about the ways to check for leaks and how to fix them. ...
- Constantly losing prime.
How many GPM is a 1.5 HP pool pump?
Pump Size GPM (varies with plumbing) Cost/Hour
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1.0 HP 60 $0.06
1.5 HP 68 $0.09
2.0 HP 76 $0.12
3.0 HP 85 $0.18
What is the difference between 1 HP and 1.5 HP pool pump?
So, on low speed the 1 HP moves 43 GPM and the 1.5 HP moves 45.5 GPM. To save money you want to hopefully run it on low speed (much less electrical current is used on low speed and it's more quiet).
Can I increase my pool pump HP?
In most cases pool owners want to increase their HP, but more times than not the pump is already oversized for the pool. If you do increase your HP then the cost of operation for your pump will increase. A properly sized pool pump should be sized to turn your pool over in an eight hour time period.Sep 16, 2015
Are pool pumps interchangeable?
The motor on a pool pump will often fail before the pump itself needs to be replaced. Replacing just the motor is a common fix. Motors are generally interchangeable amongst many types of pumps, and there's currently no standard for replacement motors.Aug 17, 2018
How much does a pool pump increase your electric bill?
Outside of the air conditioner, the pool pump is the largest electricity consumer in the average pool-containing home. According to the study, at the national average of 11.8 cents per KWh, a pool pump alone can add as much as $300 a year to an electric bill.Jul 30, 2012
How much does it cost in electricity to run a pool pump?
Our 1 hp (standard) example UST1102 motor above will cost between $1-$5 per day, depending on what your power company charges per kWh, and on how many hours per day the pump is running, which changes within the season. This will result in a monthly cost of $30-$150.Feb 24, 2016
How many amps does a 1.5 HP pool pump draw?
The 1.5HP pump is drawing 17 Amps on initial start up for about 2 seconds (literally), and then drops to 12 Amps and hums away. Thank you to everyone for your help.Jun 3, 2020