If you own a pool, you know how important it is to keep the water clean for the health and safety of your friends and family. However, when it comes to picking the right pool pump filter, the decision isn’t always crystal clear. The pool maintenance professionals at M&M Pool Services in Honolulu, HI, understand that not all filters offer the same benefits. Below, they delve into the most popular types so that you can determine the best choice for your pool.

3 Differences Between Popular Pool Pump Filters

1. Cleaning Operations

Sand pool pump filters work in both in-ground and above-ground pools by removing dirt and debris larger than 20-40 microns through a medium as water passes through. The clean water then flows out through the bottom of the filter, with some additional clean water flowing back into the filter and cleaning it. A cartridge filter can clean out double the amount of dirt, as water is removed through the cartridge, removing debris as small as 10-15 microns. It’s also easier to use because the cartridge can simply be removed without the need for the backwashing process. Pool owners need only to take it out, wash it off, and replace it.

2. Replacement Time

The water pressure in sand pool pump filters decreases as they get older, leaving them unable to push through dirt and debris. Therefore, they should be replaced around every five to eight years. A cartridge pool pump filter should be replaced more often—every two to three years—which makes it a bit more high-maintenance than a sand filter.

3. Cost

There are two separate costs associated with pool pump filters: the cost of purchase and the cost of operations. Sand pool pump filters are fairly inexpensive, but cost quite a bit to operate as the pump and backwash require a lot of electricity. Cartridge pool pump filters have more upfront costs, but the lower pump pressure means reduced energy use and utility bills.

If you’re looking for the best pool pump filter, contact M&M Pool Services. Their family-owned and -operated pool maintenance company has the highest-quality equipment and products to turn your backyard pool into a personal paradise. For more information about their available services and inventory, visit their website or call (808) 375-6816.