Recent content by Smokedhog

Wow I should refresh before posting, good info. If I go installed by pool company so I can get the pentair rebates as well as energy company I will actually be able to get the VS for cheaper than the 1 speed I first looked at. I think I've decided on a 27 inch sand from hayward. Sammy you may...

Ok I know our utility company doesn't care who installs it, all you have to do is prove you bought it and they reserve the right to actually inspect that it was installed. I'll call around to a few pool companies to see how much installation is to see if I would be better off with the warranty...

Actually it does quite a bit, sorry I started my post before yours showed up and didn't take the time to look before hitting submit. My utility company currently has rebates of 300 for a VS pump and 175 for a 2 speed. After rebate there is only around a 50 dollar difference so I may go with the...

Ok didn't know that, I was mostly going with length of pipe. It is in North East Arkansas. Right now I was planning on ordering online and installing myself. I'm pretty good with plumbing and electricity so was leaning toward amazon purchase. If this is a mistake please talk me out of it...

Ok this is what happens when you give an idiot MS paint and free time. So it looks like I'm closer to 50 feet of head than I originally thought. I should be around the 20-25K gallon mark. The pool supply person suggested a 22 inch sand filter with a 1.5 hp motor, is that enough? I know the...

So I just finished a whole house renovation and moved into our lovely new home. Only problem is the pool is an absolute swamp and I'm pretty sure I'll be better off just replacing the pump and filter. It has been 7 years since their has been any work done or maintenance on the pool at all. The...