Need New Pump/Replace sand in filter??

SCBillsFan · Apr 2, 2024

I need to replace my pump. Currently have a 1.0 hp single speed Hayward power flow matrix with a Hayward sand filter pro S-180T. Above ground pool size is 27’, approximately 17,205 gallons of water. Should I replace my pump with the same one or can I go up to a 1.5 hp pump? Also, should I consider getting variable speed or it that overkill for my pool size? Additionally, should I replace the sand in my sand filter this year? This will be my 5th summer with the pool. Thanks for any help and suggestions!

Newdude · Apr 2, 2024

SCBillsFan said:
Also, should I consider getting variable speed or it that overkill for my pool size?

Single speed pumps are overkill for your wallet.

2 speed or VS pumps literally pay for themselves, possibly two or three times over.

You can run 24/7 for the cost of just a couple hours of your current pump runtime. Mine was 2.3 hours or so at high speed used the same energy as 24 hours at low speed.

A 1.5 HP would be great for you.

SCBillsFan · Apr 2, 2024

Thanks for your thoughts, Newdude

I was looking at the Hayward PowerFlo Matrix Dual speed 1.5 hp pump. Do you think that would work well for my pool size AND power bill?

Newdude · Apr 2, 2024

SCBillsFan said:
Do you think that would work well for my pool size AND power bill?

It's a good price, the low speed setting will reduce your electric bill by at least 80%, and it's a Hayward. I don't see how you lose here.

SCBillsFan · Apr 2, 2024

Thanks, much appreciated!