Pool Equipment Repairs

When Your Pool Equipment Stops Working

You flip the switch and nothing happens. Or maybe your pump makes a strange grinding noise that it never made before. Perhaps your pool light went out or your heater will not heat. Equipment problems always seem to happen at the worst possible time, like right before a pool party or during the hottest week of summer. When your pool equipment breaks down, you need fast, reliable repairs from someone who knows what they are doing.

We repair all types of pool equipment for Paramount homeowners. Our technicians have years of experience diagnosing and fixing problems with pumps, filters, heaters, salt systems, lights, automatic cleaners, and more. We work on all major brands and carry common parts on our trucks so we can often fix your problem in a single visit. We understand that a broken pool means lost swimming time and potential water quality problems, so we respond quickly and work efficiently to get your equipment running again.

Equipment We Repair

Your pool system includes many different pieces of equipment that all need to work together. When one component fails, it can affect your entire pool. Here are the most common repairs we handle:

• Pool pumps including motor replacement, seal repairs, impeller cleaning, and electrical issues
• Pool heaters both gas and electric models with thermostat problems, ignition failures, and efficiency issues
• Salt chlorine generators with cell cleaning, control board replacement, and flow sensor repairs
• Pool lights including LED upgrades, fixture replacement, and electrical troubleshooting
• Automatic pool cleaners for suction, pressure, and robotic models with all types of problems
• Time clocks and controls for automation systems, programmable timers, and smart pool controllers
• Valves and plumbing including check valves, diverter valves, and leak repairs
• Pool filter systems with valve problems, damaged tanks, and component failures

We start every repair with thorough diagnostics to identify the real problem. Sometimes what seems like a pump failure is actually an electrical issue or a clogged impeller. We explain what we find, what it will cost to fix, and whether repair or replacement makes more sense for your situation. If your equipment is old and constantly breaking down, it might be time to upgrade to newer, more efficient models. For routine maintenance that prevents many of these problems, check out our weekly pool service.

Common Equipment Problems and Solutions

Some equipment problems are simple fixes while others require major repairs or replacement. Pump problems are the most common issues we see. Your pump might stop working because of a tripped breaker, a failed capacitor, worn bearings, or a burned-out motor. Sometimes a pump just needs a new seal to stop leaking. Other times, the entire motor needs replacement.

Heater issues often relate to pilot lights that will not stay lit, faulty thermostats, or clogged heat exchangers. Salt systems usually need cell cleaning or replacement after a few years of use. Pool lights frequently fail because of water getting into the fixture or old-style incandescent bulbs burning out. We can upgrade old lights to modern LED systems that last much longer and use less energy.

Automatic cleaners get tangled, stuck, or stop moving entirely. Sometimes they just need new parts like wheels or diaphragms. Other times, the issue is with your pool plumbing or suction power. We diagnose the whole system to find the root cause. If your filter is contributing to equipment problems, our filter cleaning and replacement service ensures your filtration system works properly with all your other equipment.

Preventing Equipment Failures

Many equipment problems can be prevented with regular maintenance and attention. During our pool service visits, we always check your equipment for signs of trouble. We listen for unusual noises, look for leaks, check that timers are working properly, and make sure everything runs as it should. Catching small problems early prevents major failures later.

You can also help prevent problems by keeping an eye on your equipment. Listen when your pump starts up. Does it make grinding, squealing, or rattling sounds? Those noises mean something is wrong. Check around your equipment pad for water puddles which indicate leaks. Make sure your filter pressure stays in the normal range. If you notice anything unusual, call us right away. What starts as a minor issue that costs little to fix can turn into an expensive emergency repair if you ignore it.