The pool pump is the heart of your above ground pool; it ensures your water stays healthy by moving it through your filter and chlorinator. Having the wrong pump can mean your pool water will get cloudy, green, and nasty. In this guide, we'll walk you through on how to size your above ground pool pump.
barbster Posted: 3/24/2015
i have a 1.5 hayward pump for a 25ft round 53" deep above ground pool. what size sand filter do i need for this. i have a sand filter for my old system that holds a little less than 50 lbs of sand, will this work with my 1.5 HP pump??Reply
InyoPools Product Specialist Dennis R. Posted: 3/16/2015
Kat - The name brand pump/filter sets are generally much quieter than the less expensive sets that generally come with the above ground pool packages. I would recommend buying a set from this list of pump filter sets: "Above Ground Pool Pump and Filter". 1 HP should be sufficient for your size pool.Reply
Kat Posted: 3/15/2015
Hey! I'm sure it's been answered but...we have a 24 ft round above ground...our filter is old and sooooo loud it literally keeps our neighbors up so we shut it off at night...can you recommend a newer system for us? We have a filter system now which I don't mind, just want something newer and quieter!Reply
InyoPools Product Specialist Dennis R. Posted: 3/10/2015
larry - I think you are asking about buying a 1 HP 2 speed or "1.5" HP 2 speed pump. Your size pool is on the border of either a 1 HP of 1.5 HP pump. If this is a standard above ground pool, a 1 HP should be sufficient.Reply
larry Posted: 3/9/2015
Hi Im buying a 24ft by 54 round Is a waterway 1.hp 2 speed ok or 1hp 2 speed ? Thanks.Reply
InyoPools Product Specialist Dennis R. Posted: 2/20/2015
chico - A 1HP size pump will work fine for your size pool. Hayward and Jacuzzi are both good pumps. We do sell more Haywards than Jacuzzis because they are better known. However, the Jacuzzis are on sale now.Reply
chico Posted: 2/18/2015
I have a 15x30 AG in need of new pump and filter. Would the 1hp models be sufficient? Any big differences between the hayward and jacuzzi?Reply
Sharon Posted: 2/15/2015
Thank you very much for the detailed response we are extremely gratefulReply
InyoPools Product Specialist Dennis R. Posted: 2/14/2015
Sharon - For a better than average pump/filter system, I would recommend the "Hayward Pump & Filter S166T Filter w/ 1 HP Matrix Pump & Timer". I would get the one with a timer to control how long to run the pump each day. For the best quality AG pool SCG, I would suggest the "AquaTrol Salt Chlorine Generator". The AquaTrol has much more titanium coating on the blades of the salt cell which makes the salt cell last much longer. The AquaTrol comes in several models. You can get in an HP model which would be installed in the plumbing next to your pool pump or you can get it in an RJ model which would hook up directly to the return jet on your pool. Lastly the AquaTrol is available with a standard 3 prong plug or a Twist Lock depending on the electrical receptacle you have available to you. For a skimmer, the dimensions of a wall skimmer are generally specific to the pool so you should probably buy what's offered with the pool.Reply
Sharon Posted: 2/12/2015
We purchased the mirage 21' round pool by mighty sun. It is a resin pool because we want to have salt water. Could you please recommend a good filter, pump in wall skimmer and salt water generator. Thank you very much. SharonReply
InyoPools Product Specialist Dennis R. Posted: 2/12/2015
AG pool Cleaner - Try this one. It's automatic, made for AG pools, and connects into your pool's skimmer. You should remove it when you add chemicals - Above Ground Pool Cleaner - PF Vac.Reply
Anonymous Posted: 2/9/2015
I have a 24' round pool and would like a cleaning system (pump) that would not require me to vacuum the bottom of the pool (like ever). Is there one out there?Reply
InyoPools Product Specialist Dennis R. Posted: 9/8/2014
Darcy - We have small submersible pump/filter sets for fountains and larger pump/filters set for pools. Not sure what your body of water is for but at 2250 gallons it sounds like it needs a set that falls between what we sell. Our fountain pumps (up to 1/20 HP) are too small and our smallest pool pump (1/2 HP) is too large. I suggest going on line and looking for a set that has about 1/10 to 1/5 HP.Reply
Darcy Posted: 9/5/2014
Could you help me select a filter/pump system for a very small custom built pool that will be only 100 square feet and 3 feet deep?Thanks,
Darcy
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InyoPools Product Specialist Dennis R. Posted: 8/23/2014
Hi Drew - Thanks for the comment. As to recommendations for an AG pool pump and DE filter set, we have had very good reviews on the Hayward set that includes a "Perflex DE Filter and Matrix Pump". For an AG pool chlorinator, the "Hayward Offline Chlorinator For Above Ground Pools" and the "Rainbow 300 Offline Chlorinator" are our most popular brands. See our linked guides for more information.Reply
drew Posted: 8/22/2014
This is honestly the most helpful pool site that i have seen, and I have been searching for 2 years, so thank you!15' round pool, replacing pump this year. Any recommendations on DE pumps, and a corresponding chlorinator?
thanks again, keep up the fantastic work!
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InyoPools Product Specialist Dennis R. Posted: 8/12/2014
Stephen - See our guide on "How To Upgrade an Intex Pool Pump and Filter System". It shows you how to replace the Intex Pump/Filter system with a better quality Game Sand Pro Pump/Filter system. It also shows how to integrate it with an existing Intex SCG.Reply
Stephen delapenha Posted: 8/12/2014
We have an Intex 12'x24'x52" Inex above ground pool using salt water to create chlorine through an attached chlorine generator. It uses the Krystal Clear Sand Filter Pump 14" Salt Water system. The pump has stopped working and we would like to replace it with a more robust and reliable pump. Could you please recommend what pump/filter combination we should use and would your recommendation work with the chlorine generator that came with the Intex system?Reply
InyoPools Product Specialist Dennis R. Posted: 8/6/2014
jlittle239 - I would recommend the Pentair Skid Pak Clean & Clear 75 Sq. Ft. 1 H.P Pump. It is $20 more than the smaller 50 sq ft cartridge filter but will last longer and require less cleaning. You will probably have to buy fittings to adapt your pool's piping to the filter/pump set.Reply
jlittle239 Posted: 8/6/2014
hello, i have a 22x52 intex pool. Can you recommend the best pump/filter needed to keep this pool clean? It holds 10,500 gallons of water too.I do not want a sand pump.Reply
InyoPools Product Specialist Dennis R. Posted: 7/25/2014
Lou - For an economical replacement for a Intex pump/filter system, we would recommend the Game SandPro 50 Pool Filter System. Here's a link to our guide on how to replace the system: http://www.inyopools.com/HowToPage/how_to_upgrade_an_intex_pool_pump_and_filter_system.aspxReply
Lou Posted: 7/25/2014
I have an 18 round 4 ft Intex pool and am looking to replace the pump. What would be the best replacement?Reply
InyoPools Product Specialist Dennis R. Posted: 7/5/2014
Doug - I you haven't replaced your sand in 5 years or more, you should do that now. Oils and debris may be embedded in your sand and it may be to the point when backwashing is not getting the sand clean.Reply
InyoPools Product Specialist Dennis R. Posted: 7/5/2014
ambowers - This Hayward set is a popular sand filter/pump set for your size pool: Hayward S210T Filter w/ 1.5 HP Matrix Pump.Reply
ambowers Posted: 7/4/2014
Hi, I need help!!!I have a 30x54 above ground pool. I love everything about it except cleaning it, taking the filter out, cleaning it, putting it back in, repeat, takes forever.
so I want a sand filter, my question is what kind? I will need new everything, please advise, I am tired of my old one.
thanks
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InyoPools Product Specialist Dennis R. Posted: 6/29/2014
low suction - A 1 HP pump should work fine in a 24' pool for circulation and suction cleaning. Check that you don't have clogs in your cleaner, your pump or the line between them.Reply
Anonymous Posted: 6/28/2014
I have a 24 ft. Above ground pool and purchased a new 1hp. Pump to replace my old 1 1/2 hp. Pump , I was told the 1 hp. Pump is all I needed but for some reason when cleaning the pool the suction it has isn't enough to clean the bottom of the pool is the 1 hp enough to clean the poolReply
Christy Posted: 6/24/2014
We have an above ground 17 ft diameter 48" deep summer escapes metal frame pool that we are wanting to add a good filter/pump on to. Possibly making it a salt water pool. Also need a new vacuum for the pool. What would you recommend??? Thanks!Reply
InyoPools Product Specialist Dennis R. Posted: 6/24/2014
Aqua Tools pump - Yes you can go from a 2-speed pump to a single speed pump. If your pool is larger than 24' round, you can change to a 1 1/2 HP pump. If smaller, stay with the smaller pump.Reply
Anonymous Posted: 6/23/2014
I have an Aqua Tools 1 1/16 hsp two speed pump. Can I switch to a single speed 1 1/2 hsp pump?Reply
InyoPools Product Specialist Dennis R. Posted: 6/22/2014
Johanna - That's a fairly small pool, less than 8,000 gallons. For an economical solution, I would recommend the "Hayward VL Series Sand Filter Systems' for pools under 11,000 gallons and the "Chlorease Ultra By SmartPool,CL02" for an above ground pool SCG.Reply
Thommyboy Posted: 6/22/2014
Thank you for your honest and education on pool pumps. I was going to by a higher rated HP as a replacement for pool because I also thought the same way you indicated the more HP the better. So I will buy a 1HP not a 1 1/2 HP for our 18 foot round pool.Thank you
Thom
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Johanna Posted: 6/20/2014
I am getting a 12x24 54" oval pool. We are hoping to do saltwater. What would you recommend for a pump and saltwater chlorinator for this size pool?Reply
InyoPools Product Specialist Dennis R. Posted: 6/14/2014
Christy - For your size pool I would recommend a Hayward Pump/Filter S210T Filter w/ 1.5 HP Matrix Pump & Timer. The Timer would allow you to just run 8-10 hours a day. Your pool was probably packaged for either an overlap liner or a beaded liner. You will want to buy the original type of liner because the attaching hardware will be different.Reply
Christy Posted: 6/14/2014
I have bought a used 30' round above ground pool without a pump/filter. What would you recommend for me to buy? I have to buy a liner also. Any help would be appreciated!!Reply
InyoPools Product Specialist Dennis R. Posted: 6/6/2014
tim f - Whether or not you have salt water does not affect pump size. For your size pool, we generally recommend a 1HP uprated pump. Uprated pumps will have a low SF - typically 1.0 to 1.1.Reply
InyoPools Product Specialist Dennis R. Posted: 6/6/2014
Replace filter option - It would be cheaper to just replace your AG pool filter, but if your filter failed, the existing pump may not be far behind. I would replace the whole set.Reply
tim f Posted: 6/5/2014
I got an 18 ft round 48in deep pool 2in hoses.I want to go salt water what size pump recommend.Reply
Anonymous Posted: 6/4/2014
We are looking to replace our above 18 foot round above ground pool filter. We are thinking it would be cheaper just to replace the filter and motor. Is that the best option??Reply
InyoPools Product Specialist Dennis R. Posted: 5/31/2014
Erin52 - Going to 9' hoses should not have a significant effect on system effectiveness.Reply