Difference between online retailer and dealer pump purchase

thanold

Member
Apr 19, 2021
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Pool Size
35000
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Fiberglass
Chlorine
Liquid Chlorine
I have decided to replace my pump with a Pentair IntelliFlo3 VSF 3.0. There is a reputable online retailer (1600 google reviews, 4.8 average) that will sell me the pump for $1600. I am waiting on additional local dealer quotes but so far have one at $3000, apples to apples, no install included. After looking at the Pentair warranty page it seems to me if I get it "professionally" installed and register the product my warranty coverage is identical to buying from a dealer. Is there anything I am missing in this?
 
So, I just spoke the the retailer I mentioned. They are not a dealer and would only be a 60 day warranty after registration and professional install.