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Empire Pools upgrades outdated pool equipment in — from pumps, filters, and heaters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 Sunrise Hwy, Merrick Rd,
and the Southern State Pkwy, we can often schedule installs efficiently and keep your project moving. Neighborhoods around
North Village Ave, Lakeview Ave, Maple Ave, Nassau Blvd, 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 Sunrise Hwy and nearby access via Southern State Pkwy, 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 they replaced our old single-speed with a variable-speed pump and cleaned up the plumbing. Night-and-day quieter.” — T. Maddox,
★★★★★
“They upgraded our filter and reworked the pad layout so it’s serviceable again. Everything is labeled and the water has been crystal clear.” — A. Ferraro,
★★★★★
“Automation install was smooth. They set schedules, showed us the app, and made sure we understood how to run everything before leaving.” — L. Kline,
★★★★★
“Heater replacement was done clean and professional—no messy patchwork. They tested it, dialed it in, and the pad looks brand new.” — J. Romano,
★★★★★
“We did a salt upgrade and it was worth it. They explained salt levels, runtime, and what to watch for so we’re not guessing.” — S. Patel,
Pool Equipment Upgrades — FAQs
What’s the best first upgrade for most pools in ?
For most homes in , a properly sized variable-speed pump is the #1 upgrade — it runs quieter, gives you better circulation control,
and often reduces operating costs. We match pump sizing to your pool volume and plumbing so it runs efficiently without stressing the system.
Should I upgrade the pump and filter at the same time?
Often, yes. Pairing a variable-speed pump with the right filter can improve flow, reduce restriction, and keep water clearer with less work.
We’ll recommend whether to keep your existing filter or upgrade based on its size, condition, and your debris load.
How do I know if my current equipment is costing me more than it should?
Typical signs are high electric bills, loud pump noise, high filter pressure, frequent cleaning/backwashing, and inconsistent clarity.
We evaluate your current setup (plumbing, pressure, equipment age, run time) and show you what’s inefficient — then propose an upgrade path that fixes it.
Can you upgrade my pad without a full “rip and replace” plumbing job?
Yes. Many upgrades in are targeted. If plumbing is safe and correctly sized, we keep what makes sense and only redo what’s needed
for a clean, serviceable layout. If we find restrictions, leaks, or poor access, we’ll explain the issue and the cleanest fix.
Is a salt system worth it in ?
If you want simpler day-to-day chlorine management, salt can be a great upgrade. We’ll confirm your pool volume, current equipment compatibility,
and where the cell should go for proper flow and service access — then explain runtime and what to watch for so you’re not guessing.
Do you program the equipment and show me how to run it?
Yes. We test everything, set schedules/speeds, confirm heater/automation settings if included, and then walk you through the pad so you know exactly
what each control does. You’ll leave with a setup that’s dialed in and easy to manage.
