Pool Filter Cleaning in Durham, NC
Sundown Outdoor Group deep cleans cartridge, sand, and DE pool filters across Durham. We restore flow, drop your pressure, and protect your equipment.
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Pool Filter Cleaning Services in Durham
Your pool filter catches the dirt, oils, and fine particles that cloud your water. Here are the specific filter cleaning jobs our team handles for Durham homeowners.
Cartridge Filter Cleaning
Cartridge filters trap dirt in their pleated folds and lose flow over time. We soak, rinse, and rotate your cartridges so your filter pulls full water again and your pressure drops back to normal.
Sand Filter Backwashing
Sand filters need a reverse flow to flush trapped debris out of the bed. We backwash your sand filter, inspect the laterals, and confirm your multiport valve is sealing properly.
DE Filter Cleaning and Recharge
Diatomaceous earth filters need a deep clean and a fresh coat of DE powder. We open the grid assembly, hose each grid clean, inspect for tears, and recharge with the right amount of DE.
High Pressure Diagnosis
If your filter pressure gauge reads well above the clean baseline, your filter is clogged. We check the gauge, the pressure relief valve, and the media to find out what is blocking your flow.
Filter Media Replacement
Sand and DE media break down over years and stop catching fine particles. We swap out old sand for fresh filter sand and replace DE grids so your water stays clear and your pump does not strain.
Filter Deep Clean Service
A deep clean goes beyond a quick rinse and breaks down the full filter assembly. We chemically soak cartridges, descale the tank interior, and reassemble everything to factory spec.
Filter Brands and Media We Work With
Our team cleans and services cartridge, sand, and DE filters from Pentair, Hayward, Jandy, and Waterway. We carry replacement cartridges for Pentair Clean and Clear Plus, Hayward Star Clear, and Jandy CV series filters, along with fresh pool grade filter sand and diatomaceous earth powder.
For deep cleans, we use cartridge soaking cleaners that break down oils and scale without damaging the pleated fabric. We also inspect the multiport valve gaskets, the tank O ring, and the pressure relief valve on every visit.
How Our Filter Cleaning Process Works
Filter Inspection and Pressure Check
Our team arrives, reads your filter pressure gauge, checks it against the clean baseline, and inspects the tank, the multiport valve, and the media. We figure out whether your filter needs a cleaning, a media swap, or a repair. You get a clear explanation of what we find in plain language.
Written Quote Before Any Work
After the inspection, we send you a written quote that covers the cleaning, the media, and any parts your filter needs. You see the full scope before we touch anything, and you decide what happens next. No pressure, no surprise charges after the fact.
Cleaning Completed and Flow Verified
Once you approve the quote, we clean or replace the media, reassemble the filter, and run your pump to confirm the pressure drops back to the clean range. We check for leaks at the valve and the clamp before we pack up. Your filter leaves our hands pulling full flow.
Warning Signs Your Pool Filter is Clogged
Your filter pressure gauge reads 8 to 10 psi above the clean baseline
Water returning to your pool looks weak even with the pump running hard
Your cartridge or DE filter has not been deep cleaned in over six months
You see cloudy water even though your chemistry is balanced and your pump runs
Filter Cleaning Questions, Answered
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