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Pool Equipment Recommendation?
Posted on 9/24/20 at 10:31 am
Posted on 9/24/20 at 10:31 am
We've had a couple residential pool contractors come out to provide estimates, but they are each spec'ing different equipment.
Would anyone be willing to share thoughts on Hayward, Jandy, and/or Pentair?
Any other tips on what to look out for would also be appreciated.
Would anyone be willing to share thoughts on Hayward, Jandy, and/or Pentair?
Any other tips on what to look out for would also be appreciated.
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Posted on 9/24/20 at 10:36 am to milksteak
Pool Service News
Our pool builder used Hayward but we haven't had it long enough to determine if its good or bad. I know it's easy to operate and program.
Our pool builder used Hayward but we haven't had it long enough to determine if its good or bad. I know it's easy to operate and program.
Posted on 9/24/20 at 10:38 am to milksteak
i have the simplest single stage pump and sand filter known to mankind 
i really like it; very little to maintain and if something goes wrong its super inexpensive to replace most parts.
i really like it; very little to maintain and if something goes wrong its super inexpensive to replace most parts.
Posted on 9/24/20 at 10:40 am to milksteak
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Hayward, Jandy, and/or Pentair
All 3 are reputable companies that will not be going out of business anytime soon. My personal preference is for the least amount of "smart" equipment possible. These things are going to get rained on, splashed, exposed to sunlight, hot temps, etc. No need to add a computer chip to something that can be set on a classic mechanical timer.
Also, make sure that the intake PVC pipe running into the pump is AT LEAST 9 inches long. Pool guys love to cut that run of pipe short because it saves space and is easier to work, but it will screw up your flow, make it easy to lose prime, and wear the pump out prematurely. This is a proper run of pipe for the pump intake:
Also, don't let them use flex pipe on anything. If they have to use flex pipe due to your particular space constraints, do not put it anywhere where you cannot easily cut it out and replace it within 30 minutes.
This post was edited on 9/24/20 at 10:46 am
Posted on 9/24/20 at 11:09 am to milksteak
Heyward
Posted on 9/24/20 at 11:33 am to Ricky1962
We have a mix of Hayward with Pentair.
Posted on 9/24/20 at 1:16 pm to Tigerlaff
Good information. Thanks to everyone for taking the time to help out on this.
Posted on 9/24/20 at 3:54 pm to milksteak
Whichever pump you get go ahead and get a spare capacitor. That’s the most common issue I have. After about a year order a new motor so you can swap it out quickly when needed. Mine last 2 to 3 years. Ordered online they are about $100 cheaper than buying at pool store. I usually replace the seal when replacing the motor.
Posted on 9/24/20 at 4:43 pm to milksteak
Hayward heaters last about as long as a Dodge fromthe 90's.
Posted on 9/25/20 at 11:32 am to milksteak
I've had a Hayward pump & sand filter for about 12 years. No problems with the filter and replaced the pump motor once & the impeller once. Other than that no issues and it runs a lot. Replaced a Polaris SWG with Hayward about 3 years ago & it works great & no problems at all with it.
Posted on 9/25/20 at 12:40 pm to toesinthesand
Just say no to
Hayward pumps
12 year pool owner
They havent changed technology in 10 + years
Ive changed mine every 2 years
Just went witha new gen
Pentair ..... its nice
Half the noise
Its sweet
Hayward bearings are shite
Hayward pumps
12 year pool owner
They havent changed technology in 10 + years
Ive changed mine every 2 years
Just went witha new gen
Pentair ..... its nice
Half the noise
Its sweet
Hayward bearings are shite
This post was edited on 9/25/20 at 12:42 pm
Posted on 9/25/20 at 1:26 pm to Drop4Loss
Appreciate it. Lots of variance in experience it seems. Definitely don't want to be dealing with the hassle and cost of changing every two years.
For those with heaters in SE Louisiana or similar climates, how often are you using them and do you think they are worth having?
For those with heaters in SE Louisiana or similar climates, how often are you using them and do you think they are worth having?
Posted on 9/25/20 at 1:49 pm to milksteak
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For those with heaters in SE Louisiana or similar climates, how often are you using them and do you think they are worth having?
We purchased our house last year with a pool/spa. I did not think we would get much use out of the heater but it turned out using the spa on a cold winter night has been my favorite part of owning a pool.
The heater also allows you to extend your swim season significantly. My pool temp right now is 78°F the kids will swim in it but it isn't very comfortable. I can turn on the heater on a Friday night and cut it off in the am and the temp much more comfortable through the weekend.
This post was edited on 9/25/20 at 3:40 pm
Posted on 9/25/20 at 2:06 pm to milksteak
Have had a jandy heat pump say 8 years
Dont know btu but 22000 gal
Its been great
Rrun it generally when pool below 80
If sun is out, pool will get it to say 86-88 in say 6 hours
Dont know btu but 22000 gal
Its been great
Rrun it generally when pool below 80
If sun is out, pool will get it to say 86-88 in say 6 hours
Posted on 9/25/20 at 4:04 pm to milksteak
we just completed a build a few months ago, went with a Haywood sand filter, a Pentair variable speed pump, UV light, and chlorinator.
Very happy to have chosen that programable pump upgrade.
Very happy to have chosen that programable pump upgrade.
Posted on 9/27/20 at 2:05 pm to Drop4Loss
quote:
Hayward bearings are shite
A bearing is a motor part. Not a pump part. For the most part all manufacturers use the same motors.
Posted on 9/27/20 at 2:07 pm to milksteak
quote:
For those with heaters in SE Louisiana or similar climates, how often are you using them and do you think they are worth having?
Heat Pump >>> Gas Heater
Gas is expensive to operate, the heat exchangers are shite and the overall unit has way too many parts. AquaCal is a great heat pump. They make units that cool the pool too. I have a AquaCal on my pool but not the cooling unit. My pool is deeper than desired which keeps the pool cool on its own.
Posted on 9/27/20 at 2:08 pm to Hankg
quote:
I usually replace the seal when replacing the motor.
This isn't something that should be done "usually". It is a 100% requirement.
Posted on 9/27/20 at 5:51 pm to nolanola
quote:NG is cheap.
Gas is expensive to operate
Posted on 9/28/20 at 10:14 pm to milksteak
Completed a build about 2 years ago. Went with all Pentair for DE filter, variable speed pump, single speed pump for water features, pump for side discharge cleaner and natural gas heater. Jandy for spa blower only because Pentair does not make one.
Would definitely recommend the heater as it extends the pool season. We even heat it up during Christmas season. If you have a spa you might as well get a heater sufficient enough to heat pool and spa. Cost impact is minimal and natural gas is cheap. Live in Houston for reference.
We decided on Pentair LED lights and full pool / spa automation using our iPhones and iPads. Worth every penny to us.
Would definitely recommend the heater as it extends the pool season. We even heat it up during Christmas season. If you have a spa you might as well get a heater sufficient enough to heat pool and spa. Cost impact is minimal and natural gas is cheap. Live in Houston for reference.
We decided on Pentair LED lights and full pool / spa automation using our iPhones and iPads. Worth every penny to us.
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