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This video talks about a common question from pool owners which is "what kind of pool equipment should I get?". Steve talks about individual pieces of equipment such as pool pumps, pool filters and pool heaters, as well as automation systems and how you go about selecting one for your pool. Steve also talks about the big three pool equipment manufacturers which are Hayward, Pentair and Jandy (Fluidra).
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00:00 - what is the best pool equipment?
00:20 - Pools are unique so there is no way to tell you what pump to get
00:60 - Bigger is not better when it comes to pool pumps
01:30 - Pump HP ratings indicate power consumption not flow rate
02:15 - Pool systems often can not accommodate powerful pool pumps
02:50 - 3hp pool pumps would require large diameter plumbing optimally
03:20 - A pump sized to your pool system requirements is ideal
04:30 - Buying the most powerful pump is probably not the best choice
04:50 - Bigger IS better when it comes to pool filters
06:40 - Pool heater sizing does not matter (almost)
07:55 - Expectation of function is important when selecting pool heaters
09:00 - What are the most common sizes for swimming pool heaters?
09:25 - What is the best brand of pool equipment?
10:30 - Be sure to look into the warranty offered for pool equipment
11:20 - Pentair, Hayward and Jandy (Fluidra) are the "big 3" manufacturers
12:30 - Confidence for alternative pool equipment manufacturers is low
13:10 - Valves for pool equipment are very important
15:00 - Automation of pool valves (motorized valve actuators)
16:00 - Choosing automation compatible pool equipment
17:00 - Referral to https://www.swimmingpoolsteve.com