January 12, 2023
It is easy to answer the question about how often your filter should be cleaned. The pressure of your pool filter should be cleaned when it reaches 8-10psi above the normal starting pressure.
Example: If your pool filter cartridges were brand new and your psi was 10, you would need to clean the filter when it reaches 18 psi. The following are the times to clean your pool filter:
Treatment of an algal bloom
After big storms
If you need to open or close your pool,
When should pool filters need to be replaced?
Most people replace their filter cartridges every 2-3 years. However, don’t just base your decision on how long it has been. Instead, evaluate the performance of your filter or contact a pool company to have them evaluated. Your time frame will vary depending on how much you use the cartridge. It is important to know when a cartridge needs to be changed, as there is no expiration date.
How to tell if a Cartridge Filter needs to be replaced
Let’s start with the bands. Contrary to what you might have heard, these bands don’t wear bands. This means that even if a band is broken, it …
