Keep your pool water clear and your system running efficiently with professional filter service.
Your pool filter is the hardest working piece of equipment you have. It runs for hours every day, trapping dirt, debris, oils, and bacteria. When your filter works properly, your water stays clear and safe. When it gets clogged or worn out, everything else falls apart.
Most pool owners do not think about their filter until something goes wrong. The water turns cloudy, the pump starts making noise, or pressure builds up. By then, the filter has been struggling for weeks or months. Regular filter cleaning prevents these problems and extends the life of your entire pool system.
Here in Oxnard, CA, filters work overtime. Dust, pollen, and debris from coastal winds keep your filter busy year-round. That means it needs attention more often than pools in other climates. We help Oxnard pool owners keep their filters clean and working efficiently so their pools stay crystal clear.
There are three main types of pool filters, and each one needs different care. We service all three:
Cartridge filters use pleated paper elements to trap debris. We remove the cartridges, rinse them with a high-pressure hose, soak them in a cleaning solution, and reinstall them. Cartridges typically last 1 to 2 years before they need replacement. We check for tears, worn pleats, and other damage during every cleaning.
Sand filters use a bed of special sand to catch particles. We backwash the filter to flush out trapped debris and restore proper flow. Sand typically lasts 3 to 5 years before it loses effectiveness. When your sand gets worn down or develops channels, we replace it with fresh media.
DE filters provide the finest filtration but require the most maintenance. We backwash the filter, inspect the grids inside, and add fresh DE powder. The grids themselves need deep cleaning once or twice per year. If grids are torn or damaged, we replace them to maintain proper filtration.
Not sure what type of filter you have? We can identify it during our first visit and create a maintenance schedule that fits your system. Regular cleaning keeps your filter working at peak efficiency, which saves money on chemicals and energy. If you are also dealing with cloudy water, you might need our deep cleaning service along with filter maintenance.
How do you know when your filter needs cleaning or replacement? Watch for these warning signs:
If you notice any of these issues, your filter probably needs cleaning or replacement. Ignoring the problem makes it worse and more expensive. A clogged filter strains your pump, wastes energy, and can lead to equipment failure. Our equipment repair service handles filter issues before they damage other parts of your system.
Most filters can be cleaned multiple times before they need replacement. Cartridge filters should be cleaned every 3 to 6 months and replaced every 1 to 2 years. Sand filters need backwashing every few weeks and sand replacement every 3 to 5 years. DE filters need cleaning every 1 to 3 months depending on use.
However, some situations call for immediate replacement. If your cartridge has tears, your sand has hardened into clumps, or your DE grids are broken, cleaning will not help. We inspect your filter during every service and let you know when replacement is the better choice.
Replacing a worn-out filter improves your water quality immediately. You will notice clearer water, better circulation, and lower chemical costs. Plus, a new filter takes strain off your pump, which extends the life of your entire system.
