The pump which is attached to your pool system is very important as it is responsible for transporting water through the filtration system so it can be cleaned. However, because pumps use a large amount of energy in order to transport water, they can push up your energy bills. Below is a guide which will help you to keep your energy bills down when using a pool pump.

Calculate the Pump's Turnover Rate

The pump's turnover rate is the amount of time required for the pump to transport a volume of water equal to the amount stored in your pool. By calculating the pump's turnover rate, you can work out the exact amount of time you need to use the pump in order to circulate and filter all of the water in your pool. This will help you to reduce the pump's energy use as you will not leave your pump turned on for longer than is needed. Calculating the flow rate can be a complex task, as it depends on every aspect of your pool's plumbing. If you wish to calculate the turnover rate, you should ask a qualified pool contractor for assistance.

Use the Pump at Off-Peak Hours

Many energy suppliers charge less for units of electricity during off-peak hours when fewer people are drawing power from the energy network. To reduce your energy bills, you should program your pool pump to operate overnight during the off-peak hours. If you are unsure if your energy company offers an off-peak reduction, you should contact the company's customer service department.

Install a Variable Speed Pump

Pool pumps are either single or variable speed. As the name suggest, a single speed pool pump with pump water at a fixed rate. A variable pool pump can be adjusted to run at different speeds. This will allow you to run your pool pump at a low speed for a long duration, which will help to improve the energy efficiency of the pump, reducing your electricity bill.

Any one of the above actions will help to generate savings on your energy bill. However, if you implement all three tips concurrently, you can make significant savings. If you would like further information about how you can improve the operation of your pool pump and reduce your energy bills, contact a professional pool pump company today. Their staff will be happy to inspect the set up of your pool and perform pump repairs if needed.