Sand Filter Service

If you notice your pool water isn’t as clean, or the interval between backwashes is becoming shorter, it may be time for a sand filter service!

Pool owners love sand filters because they’re common, easy to use, and inexpensive. With sand filters, pool water is pulled into a filter and pressed through the sand, removing unwanted debris. Once the water has been filtered, it’s released back into the pool. Surprising as it may seem, sand is a highly effective agent in filtering out unwanted particles in your pool water.

Sand filters should be deep cleaned regularly with the circulation system running. You’ll also want to replace the sand every three to seven years.

As the filter continually traps debris, it becomes clogged with dirt and particles. You should backwash your filter once the pressure gauge indicates about 10 pounds of backpressure, though backwashing it weekly is best.

To keep your filter functioning as efficiently as possible, it’s important to make sure you’re keeping clean sand in your filter. Our professional technicians at Freedom Pool Service will:

• Dismantle your filter
• Remove the old sand
• Clean and inspect your filter
• Replace with fresh sand

Replacing the sand in your filter is somewhat risky because damage to the filter can occur. It’s often difficult for pool owners to do the job properly, safely, and efficiently because it’s a task that only needs to be done once every several years. Freedom Pool Service has the tools, skills, and know-how to take care of this important task for you without causing any harm to your equipment.