Should I repair or replace my pool pump?

Under 3 years old — almost always worth repairing. Over 8 years old — rarely worth repairing. The 50% rule: if the repair quote is more than 50% of a new equivalent pump, replace.

What usually fails

Nine times out of ten: motor bearings, motor capacitor, impeller, mechanical shaft seal, or housing o-rings. Most are repairable in an afternoon at the bench.

New pump costs on the Gold Coast

Single-speed: $700–$1,200. Variable-speed: $1,100–$1,800. Brands: Davey, Astral Viron, Onga, Waterco.

Variable-speed upgrade

VSPs typically pay back the price difference in 18–30 months on electricity savings for a Gold Coast residential pool running 6–8 hours a day.

GCC Pool Solutions
Unit 4/1 Distribution Avenue, Molendinar QLD 4214
Phone: 07 5564 8177
Email: sales@goldcoastchlorinators.com.au
Monday–Friday 7:00am–4:30pm. Closed Saturday and Sunday.