Commercial swimming pool filter maintenance

Did you know that your commercial pool's filter should have it's sand changed every 3-5 seasons?

Here's why?

The sand in your pool's filter has been cut to .55mm in diameter and has sharp edges when new.  The sharp edges is what makes the sand filter help capture the particles in your pool water.  Over time these sharp edges get smoothed out and the pool filter's efficiency goes down.  This will result in your filtration equipment to work harder which will raise your utility consumption and increase your chemical usage.

We can HELP!

Palmetto Pools and Spas is a full service commercial pool company.

Give us a call and we would be glad to help your subdivision with this!

(864) 546-1257

Here are the steps we perform in our commercial pool filter sand change

1.  We remove the top to the filter and inspect the gaskets on and in the multi port valves.  These gaskets get worn down from the handle being moved to different positions. 
2.  The filter is then inspected for signs of ware and that the standpipe is in good shape.
3. The drain plug is released at the bottom of the tank and we carefully remove the sand from the filter.
4. NEVER - tip the filter to remove the sand!!!  This will put pressure on the laterals and break them.
5. Once the sand is removed our technicians will inspect the laterals to make sure they are functioning properly.  This is crucial so that none of the sand will return into the pool.
6. We now replace the drain cap, the laterals, the standpipe, and add water to the tank.  Adding water to the tank will help cushion the laterals from the weight of the sand.
7. After the new sand is installed we replace the top and the multi port valve.
8. Now we restart the system.  It is very important that you restart the system in the backwash position.  This will help flush out the dust from the sand and allows the sand to settle properly around the laterals after the backwash is complete.



Palmetto Pools & Spas of the Carolinas

 2131 Woodruff Rd. Suite 2100

Greenville, SC 29607

(864) 546-1257

www.palmettopoolsandspas.com