A failing filter means cloudy water, poor circulation, and strain on your pump. We diagnose and repair sand, cartridge, and DE filters — fixing the actual problem, not just the symptoms.
Filters are the unsung hero of your pool system. When they fail, everything else suffers — cloudy water, algae growth, pump strain, and rising chemical costs. Here's what we see most often:
Pressure gauge reading 8-10 PSI above normal means the filter media is clogged, grids are damaged, or internals are broken. We diagnose whether it needs a deep clean, new media, or part replacement.
If you see sand on the pool floor or DE powder blowing back through the returns, the laterals, grids, or manifold are cracked. We replace the damaged internals.
If your water chemistry is balanced but the water is still hazy, the filter isn't doing its job. Could be channeling in sand, worn cartridge elements, or torn DE grids.
Cracks in the tank body, bad o-rings on the lid or multiport valve, or corroded clamp bands. We determine if it's a simple seal replacement or if the tank needs to be replaced. If a full filter installation makes more sense, we'll size the right system for your pool.
Sand filters: Lateral replacement, sand changes (every 5-7 years), multiport valve rebuilds, and standpipe repairs. We use #20 silica sand or glass media depending on your preference.
Cartridge filters: Element replacement, manifold repair, tank crack assessment, and proper sizing verification. We carry elements for Hayward, Pentair, Jandy, and Sta-Rite.
DE filters (diatomaceous earth): Grid replacement, manifold rebuilds, standpipe repair, and proper DE recharging. We also clean and inspect the entire assembly during service.
Not sure which filter type you have? No problem — we'll identify it on-site and explain your options in plain language. If a new filter installation makes more sense than repair, we'll tell you honestly.
Honest diagnosis, fair pricing. We fix what's broken — nothing more.
Simple repairs like o-ring and seal replacements run $50-$150. Sand changes are $200-$400 depending on filter size. Lateral or grid replacement runs $150-$350. Full multiport valve replacement is $200-$500. We always quote before starting work.
If the tank is cracked, severely corroded, or the filter is 15+ years old with multiple failing components, replacement is usually smarter. For everything else — bad laterals, worn grids, stuck valves, o-ring leaks — repair is the better investment.
Every 5-7 years for standard silica sand. Glass media can last 10+ years. If your sand filter isn't clearing the water like it used to despite backwashing, it's likely time for a media change.
All major brands — Hayward, Pentair, Jandy, Sta-Rite, Waterway, and Intex. Both in-ground and above-ground pool filters.