Pool Filter Cleaning & Replacement
Keep your pool water crystal clear with professional filter maintenance and replacement services.
Why Your Filter Matters
Your pool filter is the hardest working piece of equipment you own. It runs for hours every day, pulling debris, dirt, oils, and contaminants out of your water. A clean filter means clear, safe water. A dirty or damaged filter means cloudy water, algae growth, and higher chemical costs. Most pool problems we see in Turlock trace back to filter issues that went unnoticed or unfixed.
Here is what most people do not realize: your filter needs regular cleaning and eventual replacement just like any other equipment. Skipping filter maintenance is like never changing the oil in your car. Things might seem fine for a while, but you are building up to bigger problems and higher costs down the road.
Types of Pool Filters We Service
We work on all three main types of pool filters, each with different cleaning needs:
- •Sand Filters: Need backwashing every few weeks and complete sand replacement every 3 to 5 years
- •Cartridge Filters: Require removal and deep cleaning every month or two, replacement every 1 to 3 years
- •DE (Diatomaceous Earth) Filters: Need backwashing with new DE powder added, grids cleaned annually, full replacement every 5 to 10 years
Each filter type has pros and cons. Sand filters are low maintenance but less effective at catching small particles. Cartridge filters catch more debris but need more frequent cleaning. DE filters provide the best filtration but require the most maintenance. We help you understand what you have and keep it running at peak performance.
Our Filter Service Process
When we service your filter, we do a complete job. For cartridge filters, we remove all cartridges, spray them down to remove debris, soak them in professional cleaning solution to break down oils and minerals, rinse thoroughly, and reinstall. We also inspect the housing, check o-rings, and look for any cracks or damage.
For sand and DE filters, we perform proper backwashing, check pressure readings, inspect the multiport valve, and ensure everything is functioning correctly. If we spot problems during cleaning, we let you know immediately. Sometimes a filter just needs cleaning, but if yours is old or damaged, we will recommend replacement before it fails completely.
Filter issues often go hand-in-hand with other equipment problems. If your pump is not working right, your filter cannot do its job. Check out our pool equipment repairs service if you are experiencing broader system issues beyond just the filter.
Signs Your Filter Needs Attention
How do you know when your filter needs service? Watch for these warning signs: cloudy water that will not clear up even with good chemical balance, increased pressure readings on your filter gauge, water flow that seems weak, or your pump working harder than usual. If you are constantly fighting algae or adding more chemicals than normal, your filter is probably not doing its job.
Sometimes the problem is obvious, like visible tears in cartridge pleats or sand coming back into your pool. Other times it is subtle, like water that looks okay but never quite sparkles the way it should. We include filter inspection as part of our weekly pool cleaning service, catching problems early before they become expensive.
Ready to give your filter the attention it deserves? We serve all of Turlock and surrounding communities. Visit our home page to learn about all our services, or call us today to schedule your filter cleaning or replacement.