Choosing the Right Type of Pool Pump

When you design your custom swimming pool, you may be tempted to focus solely on the pool’s appearance. While it is important that you love the aesthetic appeal of your new inground pool, you also want it to work its best for years to come. This is why you need to make the best decisions possible when selecting the internal elements. These functional choices are just as important as creating the overall design. Picking the best type of pool pump will help ensure that your new swimming pool is sparkling clean and ready for you to enjoy.

Here are some things to keep in mind to help you choose the right type of pump:

How Your Pool Pump Works

Before you decide which type of pool pump to install, it’s important to understand how these devices work and why they are important to the overall function of your pool. Your pump and motor circulate water throughout your pool and push water through your pool’s filter, keeping the water in your swimming pool clean.

Essentially, your pump and your filter need to work together because if your pool pump is not moving water, your filter cannot keep your pool clean. You should also keep in mind that you want all the water volume in your pool to circulate through the pool pump and pool filter system at least once a day. As a result, you need to pick a pump that has enough power to circulate your pool’s volume of water.

Types of Pool Pumps

There are three main types of pool pumps for you to consider:

• Single Speed Pool Pumps

Originally, all pools ran off single speed pumps. This can only run at one speed. In the state of Arizona, it is prohibited to install a new single speed pump, so the only reason you would have this is if it was installed in an old pool.

• Dual Speed

As the name implies, this type of pump can run at two different speeds. This is a better option than the single-speed variety, as it lets you choose to run at either high speed or low speed. High speed uses more energy but circulates your water through the filter faster. Low speed is more energy-efficient, but you may need to run it for a longer time.

• Variable Speed Pumps

This is the newest type of pool pump. In most cases, we recommend that you install a variable speed pump. This type of pump works by changing the speed beyond the simple high-speed and low-speed options of a dual speed pump. These are more expensive to install initially, but it is an investment that pays off by saving you money on energy bills and increasing the longevity of your pool.

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At Pools by Design, we will help you choose the type of pool pump system that works best with your new custom swimming pool.

From the visual design to the inner workings of your inground pool, we are here to help turn your dreams into reality. Call us today for a free estimate.