The Pool Hunt Has Begun...

[Pappy]

Is there a guide that lists horsepower of pump and size of filter for X number of gallons? Also, should the installer use a certain size pipe to get better flow?

Thanks for the info. It's very much appreciated!
Rhonda

http://poolsolutions.com/gd/above-gr...-problems.html

The "Mismatched pumps and filters" is a good read. We just converted from a little Intex cartridge to a .75hp Intex sand filter. It works well and cleans the pool SO much better, but I wish we'd bought the .5 hp model.

Pappy

[Rhonda_M]

New question: We have been quoted a price on a pool we like and are starting to look at electricians. Any idea on a price tag for the electrician bill in Middle Tennessee? Pool will be about 40 feet from house.

[CarlD]

No one can say. It depends on the work done and what he runs and where. If lines have to be buried, it will require digging or a ditch-witch. When I did mine, I could run the conduit under the deck, but still it had to be routed back to a 220v GFCI breaker in the box, plus the timer. And, of course, banding the pool, pump, and ladders.

[BigDave]

Try to find a licensed electrician with pool experience. When you talk to them before you hire, ask what they'll do, let them tell you about bonding and fault protection.