{"id":153,"date":"2021-08-09T14:12:50","date_gmt":"2021-08-09T14:12:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nixsnantucket.com\/?p=153"},"modified":"2021-08-09T14:12:50","modified_gmt":"2021-08-09T14:12:50","slug":"how-to-troubleshoot-a-noisy-pool-pump","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nixsnantucket.com\/how-to-troubleshoot-a-noisy-pool-pump\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Troubleshoot a Noisy Pool Pump"},"content":{"rendered":"

How to Troubleshoot a Noisy Pool Pump<\/a> – <\/strong>Is the noise from your pool pump keeping you up at night or annoying the neighbors? It\u2019s time to find out what\u2019s causing all the ruckus. Those nasty noises originating from your pump are telling you something\u2019s wrong. But what could it be?<\/p>\n

Luckily, you can easily troubleshoot a noisy pool pump<\/a> on your own. With these tips and tricks, you may be able to locate the source of the sound, whether it\u2019s coming from the motor or the pump itself. But you can\u2019t just stop using your pump to avoid the noise. That\u2019s because your pool pump is an essential piece of machinery. Its job is to circulate the water and filter out dirty particles. It also evenly distributes chemicals so you\u2019re not swimming in a pool of algae or bacteria.<\/p>\n

What\u2019s the Source?<\/h2>\n

The sound could be coming from the pump or the motor. Pool pumps are comprised of three main components:<\/h3>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Motor<\/h3>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Impeller<\/h3>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Housing<\/h3>\n

The motor powers the impeller (a spinning blade that brings water into the pump). The housing has a bucket with a mesh liner connecting it to the filter.<\/h3>\n

How Long Has it Been Noisy?<\/h3>\n

Has your pump been making noise ever since you installed it, or has it just been a few days?<\/p>\n

If it\u2019s been noisy from day one, you may have just chosen a low-quality pump. Or, it may have been installed incorrectly. It could also be too powerful for your pool\u2019s size. In this case, bigger is not better! Pumps with more horsepower than is needed will overwhelm your pool system and boost your energy bills. With more energy comes more noise. Quiet pumps are simply more cost-efficient to operate.<\/p>\n

You may want to buy a new pump, such as a variable-speed pump that will save you in energy costs. This will pay itself off in nearly two years, plus you can enjoy rebates on this type along with a lifetime warranty.<\/p>\n

What Sound is it Making?<\/h2>\n

If it sounds like your pump is full of rocks, the impeller and housing are to blame. If the sound is more screechy in nature, it\u2019s the motor.<\/p>\n

What\u2019s the Water Level?<\/h2>\n

A noisy pump could mean it\u2019s running dry. Sometimes, the pump starts to suck in air along with the water when the water level falls below halfway on the skimmer\u2019s faceplate. In turn, this strains the pool pump, making it work harder and louder. You can remedy this by adding water to the pool pump. If that doesn\u2019t work, the pump may be having issues with self-priming (getting rid of excess air). You will have to do this manually.<\/p>\n

Blockage in the Pump<\/h3>\n

When debris gets trapped, the motor works harder to suck water from the pool and push it through the filter. This creates a lot of noise because it\u2019s starting to suck in air and<\/em> water, which isn\u2019t an ideal situation for your pump.<\/p>\n