POOL FILTERS
Your filter is what actually removes dirt, debris, and fine particles from the water. Chemicals handle what's dissolved, but the filter handles what's physically in there. A filter that's the wrong size or type for your pool means more work for everything downstream.
The benefits of a properly sized, well-maintained filter go beyond how the water looks.
Find Your Match
Not sure where to start? Here's how each type works, and who it's really built for.
Water passes through a bed of fine sand that traps dirt and debris. Cleaning is as simple as reversing the flow to backwash the tank. No parts to remove or hose down by hand.
Best for: Owners who want the simplest, lowest-maintenance option and don't mind an occasional backwash.
TALK TO AN EXPERTWater passes through pleated fabric elements that catch finer particles than sand. There's no backwashing, which means less water wasted. The cartridges get rinsed off or replaced periodically.
Best for: Owners who want the finest filtration available and would rather rinse a cartridge than deal with a backwash hose.
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Tell us about your pool type and how hands-on you want to be with maintenance, and we'll help you find the filter that actually fits.
Why choose us
Anyone can sell you a filter. We help you match one to your actual pool size and pump, so you're not stuck with the wrong fit.
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Talk to an expertThe questions we get asked most about pool filters.
A sand filter uses a bed of fine sand and is cleaned by backwashing reversing the water flow to flush debris out. A cartridge filter uses pleated fabric elements that catch finer particles and never needs backwashing, but the cartridges do need periodic rinsing or replacement.
Most pools need backwashing every 1-4 weeks during swim season, or whenever your pressure gauge reads 8-10 PSI above its clean, freshly-backwashed starting point. Heavy use or nearby trees can mean more frequent backwashing.
Filter sand typically lasts 5-7 years before it needs replacing, as it gradually breaks down and loses its filtering ability. Cartridges are usually rinsed clean several times before eventually needing full replacement, typically every 1-3 years depending on use.
Yes! Bundled above-ground kits that include both a cartridge filter and a pump are available, though sand filter kits are more common and typically more affordable for above-ground setups.
Filter size depends on your pool's water volume and your pump's flow rate. An undersized filter works harder and clogs faster, while an oversized one is an unnecessary expense. Our team can help confirm the right size for your specific pool.
Often it helps significantly, especially if your old filter was undersized or worn out. But cloudy water can also come from chemical imbalance, so pairing a properly sized filter with balanced water chemistry gives the most reliable results.
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