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  Published by Anthony on 08/11/2023

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  Replacing Your Hayward 2 HP Single Phase Threaded Shaft Motor (SPX1615Z1M)

  Greetings, pool enthusiasts and DIY novices! Today, we dive into a realm of technical prowess as we unravel the steps to replace your Hayward 2 HP Single Phase Threaded Shaft Motor for Max-Flo…

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  Published by Brooke Sardella on 04/25/2022

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  Best Selling Variable Speed Pool Pumps 2023

  1. Pentair SuperFloOur #1 Best Selling Variable Speed Pump! One of Pentair's most efficient and “green” pumps that are ideal for pools up to 1.5 hp and a direct replacement for the Hayward SuperPump.…

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  Published by Brooke Sardella on 04/21/2022

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  Variable Speed Pumps = Huge Energy Savings

  If you are familiar with Variable Speed Pumps or VSP's, you may have heard how they can help you achieve an energy-efficient pool by cutting your operating costs and preserving the longevity of you…

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  Published by Brooke Sardella on 01/25/2022

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  ​Variable Speed Pump Guidelines

  Variable Speed Pump GuidelinesBy now, you are probably familiar with Variable Speed Pumps (VSP), especially since they will be phasing out most single-speed pumps as a more efficient option per the De…

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  Published by Brooke Sardella on 01/14/2022

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  ​Do This & Reduce Your Pool Energy Bill By 70%

  Meet new energy regulations and save money!“If every pool pump in the U.S. were ENERGY STAR certified, families could save $770 million in energy costs every year and prevent greenhouse gas emissions…

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  Published by Matt Fichera on 12/17/2021

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  Pentair SuperFlo Variable Speed Pump EC-342001

  Looking for a great variable speed pool pump? Whether you are upgrading your pump or have a new inground pool, the  SuperFlo Variable Speed Pump from Pentair could be the pump for you…

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  Published by Matt Fichera on 05/20/2021

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  Speck Pumps E71-II VHV Variable Speed Pump - Above Ground Pools

  Looking for a variable speed pump for your above ground pool? We recommend the Speck E71-II VHV (1.1 THP) variable speed swimming pool pump. This pump is high performance and meets both world ene…

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  Published by Matt Fichera on 05/20/2021

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  Variable Speed Pool Pumps | Saving Money During the Chlorine Shortage and Beyond

  Variable Speed Pool Pumps have gotten so efficient that they can cause your electricity bill to drop anywhere from 50% all of the way up to 80%. Technology has come a very long way when it comes…

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  Published by Matt Fichera on 01/11/2021

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  Hayward 1.85HP 230V TriStar Variable Speed Energy Efficient Pool Pump (W3SP3202VSP)

  Swimming pool pumps are becoming more and more energy efficient reducing expenses and saving on energy in the process. Hayward is proud to make the most energy efficient variable speed pumps on the…

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  Published by Matt Fichera on 01/11/2021

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  Hayward 2.7HP 230V TriStar Variable Speed Energy Efficient Pool Pump (W3SP3206VSP)

  Variable speed pumps help you save on energy costs and Hayward makes the most energy efficient on the market. Their TriStar VS 2.7 HP pump is design for medium to large pools and can save you up to 9…

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  Published by Matt Fichera on 12/21/2020

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  Variable Speed Pool Pump Presets - Pentair

  Wouldn’t it be great to replace that older swimming pool pump that was installed back in the nineties when your pool went it? That pump that, when it runs, just increases the energy bill all summ…

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  Published by Kent Reardon on 10/27/2020

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  Variable Speed Pool Pump Presets - Sta-Rite

  You’ve finally upgraded that noisy, energy crunching, single speed pool pump for your inground pool that came when they installed it 20 years ago. Maybe, you took advantage of one of the numero…

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  Published by Matt Fichera on 04/02/2020

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  Saving Money With Pump Affinity Laws

  Why should I use a variable speed pool pump? This is a great question to ask. Variable speed pool pumps reduce power consumption, take money off your monthly power bill, and they’re “green” hav…

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  Published by Matt Fichera on 03/27/2020

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  New Energy Efficiency Regulations and What They Mean for Pool Pumps

  Did you know that swimming pool pumps are usually the number two consumer of electricity in the entire household? After heating and cooling, the pool pump accounts for 13% of your entire m…

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  Published by Matt Fichera on 03/25/2020

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  Go-Kits for Your Swimming Pool Pump: What Are They?

  What is a Go-Kit? If you are a swimming pool owner than this may be a question that you have asked before. A Go-Kit includes the specific gaskets and seals that you would be needing if you are looki…

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  Published by Matt Fichera on 03/18/2020

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  Vacuuming a Swimming Pool for Beginners

  In this blog and accompanying video, we are going to show you how to vacuum an inground swimming pool. You will need the following items: A vacuum head: https://www.eztestpools.com/po…

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  Published by Matt Fichera on 03/18/2020

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  Easy Pool Maintenance for Beginners

  Here are some easy weekly maintenance tips for a healthy and well functioning swimming pool. Pump Basket / Skimmer Basket Cleaning As part of regular pool maintenance cleani…

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  Published by E-Z Test Pool Supplies on 05/07/2019

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  Should I Purchase a Variable Speed Pool Pump?

            Variable Speed Pool Pumps During the hot summer months people tend to gravitate to things like swimming pools and air conditioners to dodge the temperature…

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  Published by E-Z Test Pool Supplies on 04/16/2019

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  Variable Speed Swimming Pool Pumps - State Rebate Programs

  There is a light at the end of the cold dark tunnel. We're so close now we can almost feel the warming shine. Winter will soon be behind us and pool season in front of us. As the better weather sta…

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  Published by E-Z Test Pool Supplies on 12/14/2017

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  ​Variable Speed Above Ground Pool Pumps by Speck

  Variable Speed Above Ground Pool Pumps by Speck - Value & VersatilityAre you about to set up a new above ground pool and need to select a pump? Or, is it simply time that you replaced your old, tired…

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  Published by E-Z Test Pool Supplies on 07/19/2017

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  Pool Pump Failure: Common Causes and Prevention

  Sooner or later even the best, quality-made equipment will reach the end of its useful life, break and need replacing. Really, when you think about it, any machine that runs 12 hours a day, every d…

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  Published by E-Z Test Pool Supplies on 05/17/2017

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  5 Common Ways to Fix: Air Bubbles in Pool Pump & Filter System

  What happens when I see air bubbles in my pump basket? How can I prevent air in my pool filter? This is a common question that many swimming pool owners ask and the answer can be a quick fix…

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