16 July 2020
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A home spa is a great place for relaxation and socializing. However, for your spa to function properly, it relies on a complex spa pump and electrical system, which provides you with lighting, filtration, heating, and jets. 

The spa pump is certifiably the most important part of the entire home spa. It works the hardest and should be managed with care. While some spa pumps may respond to repairs or replacement of some parts, many of them require a full replacement.

Here are a few signs that your spa pump needs repairs or replacement.

It's Making Abnormal Sounds

One of the first and obvious signs of an aged or worn out pump is the changes in its sound. If you hear any strange noises, no matter how minute, you need to have it checked before it increases or changes. 

Some of the sounds you can expect to hear with a broken pump are humming sounds, even when there's no water flow. Humming sounds are an indication of pump seizure or electrical fault.

There're Signs of Leaking Water

There are various reasons why water could be leaking. The first is that it could be from a pipe that has fallen out of place or an O-ring problem. If you find that the problem is the O ring, you may be tempted to fix it yourself. You shouldn't. This is not advisable with a spa pump.

Ensure you call a professional since they are trained to deal with leaking pipes and replacing spa pumps. 

Your spa relies on an electrical and a plumbing system working together in tandem. Unfortunately, when either of the systems is damaged, neither will work. If water leaks from your pump or from the surrounding pipework, it could cause the electrical system to fail. If you notice any leaking water around your pump, ensure that you turn off all your equipment for electrical safety and call a pool contractor to deal with the situation. 

Decreased Water Pressure

The main function of your pump is to force water to flow in the desired direction, producing a particular effect. One of the signs of an inefficient spa pump is decreased water pressure.  Before you consider replacement, you should inspect your pump visually for signs of debris. Debris may block the impeller and affect the water movement.

If you don't see any signs of debris, the decrease in water pressure is likely due to wear and tear to the pump. 

Motor or Pump Failure

In order to work properly, your motor and spa pump need to work together with your spa controller, heating systems, and touchpad controls. If nothing happens when you switch on the pump, you may have a controller or pump issue. Either way, it is most likely a result of an electrical fault. 

Sometimes, the motor is running, but there is no flow of water. This could be a result of air trapped in the pump casing or the pipework. This is especially the case if you've recently refilled or drained your spa. Call your pool contractor for them to fix the problem and have your spa running normally.

Watch out for these signs of a damaged spa pump. If you see any of them, reach out to a qualified pool contractor to repair or replace it immediately.