Filter Pressure is Too High!
The Danger of Running Your Pool System Under High Pressure The pressure gauge on your filter tank is your pool's vital sign. When the reading is significantly above the "clean" baseline (typically to PSI higher), it means your filter is struggling to push water through the trapped debris. This is known as high filter pressure, and it poses a major threat to your system. The pump has to work much harder against this resistance, drawing more electricity and creating excessive heat. Sustained high pressure quickly wears down pump seals and bearings, leading directly to pump motor failure—the most expensive repair a pool owner faces. The common causes in Abilene are a severely dirty filter (from dust or heavy use), a clogged pipe, or an improperly closed valve. Our weekly service checks the pressure gauge every time. If we see high pressure, we immediately address the cause: we backwash the sand or filter, or we recommend a professional chemical soak for your cartridge filter. Regular filter cleaning is not just about water clarity; it's about protecting the longevity of your entire, expensive pool circulation system and keeping your utility bills reasonable.