Pumps & motors
Loss of prime, air leaks at the lid or unions, noisy bearings, failed capacitors, leaking shaft seals and full motor or pump replacement, including single-speed to variable-speed upgrades.
Pumps, filters, heaters, salt
Pool Equipment Repair in the Oklahoma City Metro
Pump won't prime? Filter pressure through the roof? Heater won't fire, or salt system flashing an error? We diagnose the actual problem first, then tell you plainly whether it's a repair or a replacement.
What we repair
Residential pool equipment from the major manufacturers: pumps, filters, heaters, salt chlorine generators, automation and cleaners.
Filters
Cartridge, sand and DE filters: high pressure, short cycles, torn grids or cartridges, cracked tanks, leaking multiport valves and full media changes.
Heaters & heat pumps
Ignition and flow faults, pressure switch errors, scale-related issues and pre-season checks so a heater works the first cool weekend you need it.
Salt systems
Cell cleaning and inspection, flow and salt sensor faults, low-output diagnosis and cell or control-board replacement.
Automation
Schedules, pump speed programs, valve actuators, lighting circuits and app connectivity for pools running control panels.
Plumbing & leaks
Leaking valves and unions at the pad, cracked fittings after a freeze, and the bucket-test and dye-test first steps before full leak detection.
Repair or replace: how we make the call
Every recommendation weighs three things: the age and condition of the equipment, what the repair actually costs compared with replacement, and how much a newer unit would save you in running costs. A 15-year-old single-speed pump with a burned-out motor almost always makes sense to replace with a variable-speed model. A three-year-old variable-speed pump with a leaking seal is a straightforward repair.
You get the numbers both ways, in writing, before any work starts.
Oklahoma weather is hard on pool equipment
Summer heat pushes equipment pads hot, and pumps that run all day at high speed wear out bearings and seals faster. Spring storms bring power surges and flooding. The big freezes do the most damage. In February 2021, Oklahoma City recorded −14°F, and pools across the metro with stopped pumps cracked valve bodies, pump housings and filter heads. Freeze-protection setup is part of our seasonal service.
Typical repair ranges in the metro: pump motor repair $150–$400, variable-speed pump replacement $1,200–$2,200 installed, salt cell replacement $500–$1,200, heater repair $150–$600. Actual prices depend on the brand and the parts involved.
Pool equipment repair FAQ
Should I repair or replace my old pool pump?
If a single-speed pump needs a new motor, replacing it with a variable-speed pump often makes more sense. Federal efficiency rules have required most replacement pumps to be variable-speed since 2021, and the energy savings in a long Oklahoma swim season add up. If the pump is newer and the issue is a seal, capacitor or bearing, repair is usually the right call.
How long do salt cells last?
Many last three to five years, depending on run time, how well pH is controlled and how often they scale. A cell that needs frequent cleaning, or reads low salt when the salt is fine, is usually near the end.
Do you charge to diagnose a problem?
Yes, a diagnostic visit is charged, typically $65–$110 in the metro, and it's credited toward the repair if you go ahead with it. Weekly customers usually get equipment issues flagged during regular visits at no extra charge.
Equipment repair service areas
Something not running right?
Describe what the equipment is doing, or not doing, and we'll schedule a diagnostic visit.