When you shock a pool do you run the pump?

You should run your pool pump for a minimum of 6 hours after shocking, although running it for a full 24 hours after shocking is often recommended. This is to ensure that not only is the shock thoroughly mixed around the pool but also that the filter will remove any dead germs or algae killed by the shock.

How do pools with built in spas work?

Spillover spas are hot tubs that connect directly to your pool through a small curtain or fountain of water. This water moves directly from the jacuzzi into the swimming pool, spilling over a ledge or a series of ledges.

What is the difference between shock and chlorine?

1) What is the difference between chlorine and shock? Do I need to use both? Chlorine is a sanitizer, and (unless you use Baquacil products) is necessary for maintaining a clear and healthy pool. Shock is chlorine, in a high dose, meant to shock your pool and raise the chlorine level quickly.

How much does a built in spa cost?

In-ground spas cost between $15,000 and $20,000 on average. It is often more cost-effective to build in-ground spas in conjunction with an in-ground pool. Aside from costs, the advantages and disadvantages of portable and in-ground spas vary.

Can you heat up a pool with a spa pump?

Can’t imagine trying to heat a spa without isolating it from the pool… you not only don’t want pool water feeding into your pump (so closing off pool valves and opening the spa drain valve that go in to the pump is right) but you want to be sure that instead of water returning to the pool it is supplying the spa.

When do variable speed pool pumps come out?

Starting July 19, 2021, pool pump standards are changing, and most single-speed pumps won’t pass muster. Rest assured, all of Pentair’s variable speed pool pumps are up to code. What does this mean for you? Honestly, not a lot.

What makes a Pentair pool pump so good?

With a 3 HP motor, the pump offers eight different speeds and a built-in timer. Plus, Energy Star certification ensures that it uses less power than alternative models – Pentair promises up to a 90 percent reduction in energy costs.

What’s the fastest way to heat up an attached pool?

It seems to make the pump work harder when I do that, but I’m trying to heat spa as fast as possible. The spa is about 400 gallons. I also want to know how long it should take to heat up. Any suggestions? I have a inground spa attached to pool. It has its own main drain and 3 jets. It has a short wall dividing it from the pool.