Filter Cleans
What to expect from a filter clean
Filter cleans are performed every 4-6 months depending on how much debris makes it’s way into the pool. We track the filter clean dates and next clean date for every filter.
Labor - $130
During a filter clean, these are the steps we follow:
- Turn off the system
- Backwash the filter
- Release the air pressure valve
- Remove the filter clamp and upper casing.
- Remove the grid, take it apart and clean each grid individually.
- Inspect filter grids or cartridges for damage.
- Wash the inside and outside of filter casing and drain it.
- Inspect and lube all the O-rings.
- Reassemble all parts of the filter.
- Test the system to make sure there are no leaks.
- Add DE to the filter for DE filters.
Parts (Depends on Equipment)
Most of the time all the equipment is working fine. As a policy, we replace an entire filter grid set if we find half or more of the grids broken. But if it needs to be replaced, this is the pricing on those items.
- Full Cartridge Filter Set 420 – 520 sq ft: $320 – $380
- DE Filter Single Grid 24 – 60 sq ft: $33 – $37
- Full DE Filter Set 24-60 sq ft: $195 – $265
- Full Quad DE Cartridge Filter set 15-20 sq ft: $450 – $500
- Filter Pressure Gauge and Regulator: $43
- Filter Manifold Outlet O-Ring: $12
- Main filter casing O-ring: $45
- Filter drain cap: $39
Salt Cell
The salt cell clean is included when doing a filter clean. But often in the summer, the salt cell needs to be cleaned every 1-2 months which is when it’s billed as an additional line item. If they aren’t cleaned, they stop working and you end up with algae in the pool due to no chlorine.
Labor - $22
During a salt cell clean, these are the steps we follow:
- Shut off the system.
- Remove the salt cell.
- Cap one end.
- Pour a mixture of water and muriatic acid inside
- Once the calcium is dissolved, rinse out the cell and remove cap.
- Re-install the salt cell.
- Turn the system back on, make sure everything is working and there are no leaks.