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Does anyone have a method for calculating cost per hour to run a pool pump? I'd also like to figure out how to estimate the savings if I install a 2 speed pump. I currently have a 2HP Jandy Stealth. Thanks

We have a 3 year old Jandy Stealth pump (2hp). Last year our skimmers clogged with leaves and the pump ran dry. Now it squeals in cold weather, but still runs. It sounds like the bearings are going bad. We're renovating the pool and the pb recommended a Hayward Tristar 2hp. Looking at the...

Just discovereed this forum a few days ago. You all have already helped with some of the questions we have regarding our pool renovation. However, there is so much info here that my head is spinning a bit too. We are deciding between plain white plaster, which we have today, and quartzscapes...

As part of our renovation job, the pb wants to charge $350 to pressure test the pool and spa plumbing. I have no idea if that price is reasonable? Any thoughts?

We are getting ready to renovate our 14 year old pool. I'm curious what other people have been able to negotiate for the payment schedule on their pool projects. What is typical for up front payments (at signing?) and various steps of the job? What is a typical holdback until completion of the...

I'm not sure which category this goes in. Apologies if this is the wrong forum. We are renovating our pool and the pool company is recommending installation of a Deltauv Elektra ES 20 UV system. I'm having trouble finding reviews of these. I'd welcome input from anyone who has experience with...

We are replacing a 15 year old Polaris 280. Considering the 380 or 3900 sport. Does anyone here have experience with the 3900? Thanks

We are renovating our pool and spa and would like to put in Virginia Graeme Baker drain covers. The pool company wants $300 for each of the pool and spa. This seems pretty steep for covers. Has anyone else replaced theirs and have recommendations on types of covers and costs? Thanks