How Do You Clean A Pool Filter And Make It Last Longer?
If you were like me, the first time that I went to the pool store to buy a filter, my mouth dropped open at the price of them. But, a filter in good working order is crucial to your pump working correctly. When the filter gets “gunked up” with stuff coming through the pump, it can cause your pressure to drop, which leads to a whole host of problems. We have learned over time a few things that we can do to extend the life of our filter. It is a good practice to come out once a week and give some attention to your swimming pool. At that time you should check the chemicals in the water and most importantly, clean out the skimmer and filters. These weekly cleanings are very important to keep the life of your filter. To clean out your filter, use your water hose on full power and hold about 3″ away from the filter. Work your way around, starting at the top. You will see tan water and debris flowing out the bottom. Go slowly, to ensure that you get the debris in all of the crevices. If it is
