Pool Electrical Issues

With so much concern over proper pool water circulation and filtration, it can be easy to forget that your pool's plumbing is only part of what makes up your entire pool system. There are plenty of components and pieces of pool equipment that rely on a properly functioning electrical system to work correctly. Everything from your pool lights to the pump and in some cases your pool heater rely on electrical connections. If there is a problem with the electrical system, it will usually require an expert to handle any pool electrical repairs in a safe and reliable manner. Below you'll find a few examples of issues that can be caused by faulty electrical connections. You should never attempt to fix these problems on your own, since working with electricity around water can be extremely hazardous.

Underwater Light Bulbs
Pool lights often last around 5 years, and usually just need a replacement bulb if they happen to go out. Unfortunately, sometimes chemicals in pool water can eat away at the electrical cord behind the light fixture, making the pool electrical repairs more extensive. Other issues with lights can have something to do with a shorted out wire or even a broken switch, both of which should be replaced by an experienced professional. In most cases, the best fix is a complete replacement of the entire light fixture.

Pool Automation
In some more advanced pool systems, an automated machine monitors and controls the amount of chemicals added at any given time to maintain the cleanliness of the water. If this system starts to become unreliable or unresponsive, it may have something to do with the electrical connections in the mechanism itself. These systems should only be repaired by trained technicians who are familiar with them.

Pool Pumps
One major problem that people often have with their pool electrical systems has to do with the pool pump. Any interruption of electrical power to the pump can cause it to operate slowly, or not at all. These can be internal connection issues, or the problem can reach all the way to the breaker box where an incorrect voltage may be inadequately powering the pump. In many cases, new pumps often require less power than an older counterpart, and the discrepancy between the two can lead to pump malfunctions.


For all of your pool electrical repair needs, be sure to contact Doug at Pool Problems? for assistance. We can diagnose any electrical issue with your pool and offer a free estimate for any repairs that may be required, so contact us today! 

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