POOL EQUIPMENT UPGRADES • ,
Pool Equipment Upgrades in ,
Empire Pools upgrades outdated pool equipment in — from pumps, filters, and heaters
to salt systems, automation, and LED lighting. We design upgrades around your pool, your power bill, and how you
actually use the backyard in , so everything works together and stays easy to operate.
In , we commonly see equipment pads that are aging out after years of hard seasonal use — noisy single-speed pumps,
undersized or restrictive filters, and older heaters that struggle to keep up when you want consistent water temps. During your consult we
look at the full system (plumbing layout, return sizes, suction lines, valves, electrical feed, and gas line routing if you heat the pool)
so we can recommend upgrades that make sense as a complete package — not just “swap a part and hope.”
Because many homes in sit close to major corridors like Long Beach Road (NY-27), Atlantic Avenue,
Merrick Road, and the Southern State Parkway, we can often schedule installs efficiently and keep your project moving. Neighborhoods around
Lawson Boulevard, Weidner Avenue, Foxhurst Road, Oceanside Road, and nearby side streets frequently have side-yard pads and tighter equipment corners,
so we plan for clean, service-friendly layouts with unions, labeling, and valve access that makes future service fast and straightforward.
The goal is simple: a quieter, cleaner-running pool that’s easier to manage — with properly sized equipment, smarter controls, and a setup you can
understand at a glance. We’ll walk you through how to run your new system before we leave, and we’ll set your schedules/speeds so you’re not guessing
on day one.
What to Expect
Smarter, Quieter, More Efficient Pool Equipment
Old equipment wastes energy, runs loud, and makes your pool harder to own — and in , we see that pain show up fast
with heavy summer use and debris load from mature trees in established neighborhoods. On each upgrade consult we
evaluate your entire pad — pump, filter, heater, plumbing, and controls — then recommend the right path based on how you
actually run the pool (daily run time, heating habits, and bather load). We size upgrades correctly for your pool and plumbing
so you’re not stuck with an oversized pump, a restrictive filter, or a heater that short-cycles.
pads are often tucked along side yards and tight equipment corners, so we rework the layout for a clean, service-friendly
footprint with unions, valves, and labeling that make everything easy to understand. Many of our routes run right off
the main corridors like Long Beach Road (NY-27) and quick access via the Southern State Parkway, so we can schedule upgrades
efficiently and keep your timeline tight.
Options commonly discussed include variable-speed pumps, larger cartridge or DE filters, modern gas heaters or heat pumps, salt
chlorine generators, automation controls, and LED lighting. We don’t just swap equipment — we build a system that works together,
test it, program run times, and show you exactly how to run your new setup before we leave.
What’s Included
- On-site review of your current pump, filter, heater, plumbing, and controls.
- Discussion of goals: lower electric bills, easier maintenance, better heat, or salt conversion.
- Recommendations for variable-speed pumps sized for your pool and filter.
- Options for upgraded filters (cartridge, DE, or sand) for better clarity and easier cleaning.
- Heater or heat pump upgrade paths for faster warm-up and improved efficiency.
- Salt system, UV, or automation controller recommendations where they make sense.
- Pad re-plumbing and layout cleanup so valves, unions, and equipment are easy to access.
- Programming of new equipment (timers, speeds, temperature, schedules) before we leave.
- Labeled valves and basic “how to run your new system” walk-through at the pad.
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Note: Every upgrade package is custom. Pool Equipment Upgrades start at $699 + tax
and pricing scales based on the equipment you choose and how much re-plumbing is required.
Why Choose Empire Pools
- Decades of experience upgrading equipment pads — we know what holds up in local conditions.
- We design systems, not just swap single pieces — everything is sized to work together.
- Clear side-by-side options: repair existing vs. upgrade, with honest pros and cons.
- Experience with variable-speed pumps, salt systems, and automation for easier ownership.
- Clean, organized equipment pads — unions, labels, and neat plumbing runs.
- Upgrades planned around your yard: access, line layout, and how you entertain outside.
- Goal: a quieter, more efficient, easier-to-manage pool for the next decade, not just one season.
Starting at $699 + tax
What Upgrade Customers Say
★★★★★
“We’re in and the variable-speed pump upgrade was unreal — quieter and the system runs smoother. They cleaned up the pad too.” — M. Donato,
★★★★★
“Filter upgrade + re-plumbing made everything serviceable again. Labels and unions everywhere — it finally looks professional.” — S. Reilly,
★★★★★
“They installed automation and walked us through the app. Schedules were set before they left, and we knew exactly how to run it.” — A. Ferraro,
★★★★★
“Heater replacement was clean and fast. No hacks, no mess — tested it, dialed temps in, and the pad looks brand new.” — J. Malloy,
★★★★★
“Salt system upgrade was worth it. They explained salt level targets and runtime so we’re not guessing week to week.” — L. Vitale,
Pool Equipment Upgrades — FAQs
What upgrade saves the most money for pools in ?
In most cases, a properly sized variable-speed pump gives the biggest efficiency gain. We set the speeds and schedules to match
your pool and filter so you get strong circulation without running harder than you need.
Do I need to replace my filter if I upgrade my pump?
Not always. If your filter is in good shape and sized correctly, we can keep it. But if we see high restriction, frequent cleaning,
or undersizing, upgrading the filter at the same time often improves clarity and lowers system pressure.
How do you decide between a gas heater and a heat pump?
It depends on how you use the pool. Gas heaters are best for fast temp jumps and quick weekend heat-ups. Heat pumps are
often better for steady, efficient maintenance heating. We factor in your season length, run hours, and where the equipment sits.
Can you upgrade my equipment pad without making it look cluttered?
Yes — clean layout is part of the job. We use unions, proper valve spacing, neat plumbing runs, and labeling so the pad is easy to
service and easy for you to understand at a glance.
Do you set automation schedules and show me how to use everything?
Always. After install we test the system, program speeds/timers, configure heat settings if included, and walk you through the controls
(and app, if applicable) so you’re not guessing on day one.
Can upgrades be done in phases if I don’t want to do everything at once?
Yes. We can build a phased plan (example: pump now, filter next, automation later) while keeping the layout upgrade-friendly so future
additions are clean and not a “redo.”
