How Long Should a Pool Pump Run Each Day?
How to work out your own pool pump run time using the turnover rule, plus typical seasonal and state-by-state run times for Australia.
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How Much Power Does a Pool Pump Use? Running Costs Explained
How many watts a pool pump actually draws, the formula to work out your own running cost, and why the AU energy rating label matters.
How Long Do Pool Pumps Last? Signs It’s Time to Replace
How long pool pumps really last in Australian conditions, the warning signs it’s failing, and when to repair versus replace.
How Does a Pool Sand Filter Work?
How a pool sand filter actually works, what micron size it catches, and the pressure-gauge rule for when to backwash it.
Pool Filters Explained: Sand vs Cartridge vs DE
Key takeaway: A DE filter traps particles down to about 2 microns, a cartridge filter down to roughly 30 microns (Waterco’s own figure; some brands rate finer), and a sand … Read more