How To Backwash a Pool Filter the Right Way
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How To Backwash a Pool Filter the Right Way
Why backwashing matters for a healthy pool
Filtration is the workhorse of any pool system. As water circulates, it deposits dirt, oils, hair, and fine particles inside the filter medium. Over time that medium—sand or D.E. powder—becomes clogged, flow slows, and the system’s pressure rises. Backwashing forces water in the reverse direction through the filter and ejects trapped debris through the waste port, restoring flow and extending equipment life.
When to backwash
Homeowners should backwash when the filter pressure climbs about 10 psi …
The Lowdown on Saltwater Pools vs Chlorine Pools: What Southern California Homeowners Should Know
Why the choice matters
A backyard pool is both an investment and a lifestyle decision. When weighing saltwater against traditional chlorine systems, the choice often comes down to cost, maintenance habits, and site-specific factors like coastal exposure and electrical access. Both systems rely on chlorine to sanitize water, but they produce and deliver that chlorine in different ways—and that difference shapes upfront costs, ongoing expenses, and maintenance routines.
How both systems actually work
Traditional chlorine pools add chlorine directly to the water in …