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[reg967]

I have several busted filter pipes/plumbing due to freezing temps in GA. Based on others' advise I kept the pump running at night to keep from freezing, but it looks like it failed this time.

Water was spraying everywhere so the pumps are still working. As of right now I cut the breaker power, opened my relief valve on the filter and opened the pump housing. I also covered the whole system with a tarp.

At this point is there anything else I should do to prevent further damage? And, is there anyone in the Atlanta area who can recommend who to call to come out and asses/repair the damage? All of the damage I can see is in the system above ground. I have no idea if there is further damage I can't see.

Thank you!

 

[PoolStored]

I'm sorry this happened to you. If you can, remove the drain plugs from the filter, and the pump. If you can, be very careful and use gloves and some way to catch the drain water, drain the chlorinator. Open all the valves to let the water drain as low as possible.

I don't live in GA and can't help with a contractor. I hope it works out ok for you.

 

[markayash]

Any plumber or “ handy man” could probably take care of it.
I do my own plumbing so if your up to a challenge could do it yourself. Once it gets warmer oh coarse.

The water is cold enough so could drain everything like poolschooled suggested until you find someone.

 

[Newdude]

I do my own plumbing so if your up to a challenge could do it yourself

+1. Pvc work is about the simplest DIY you can try. Watch a couple 5 min YouTube vids and see how easy it is.

 

[reg967]

Thank you for all the suggestions. I'll have to assess the full damage when it's warmer, but I do know that the three-way valve, booster pump hose, and the chlorinator are busted (pictures). I don't plan on replacing the chlorinator but any ideas where to find a similar valve and flexible hose?

 

[markayash]

If it were mine would cut it all out and start over but that’s just me I am not a plumber ( work in IT ) but have redone mine a few times in 20 years.
Amazon sells the valves and I think flexible PVC.

Also but sure it’s on your radar or budget but good time to add a salt water generator

If you don’t want to tackle the job look for a local plumber and get them to give you a quote. They just need to understand the flow but shouldn’t be too bad.

 

[reg967]

Thanks for the suggestions!

If it were mine would cut it all out and start over but that’s just me I am not a plumber ( work in IT ) but have redone mine a few times in 20 years.
Amazon sells the valves and I think flexible PVC.

Yes, the more I look at it the more I think I can do myself. Just hoping nothing else is majorly damaged.

Also but sure it’s on your radar or budget but good time to add a salt water generator

I actually don't even use the in-line chlorinator pictured here. It Came with the house and I occasionally put tabs in there on the rare occasion my CYA is low, but now that's it's busted I can get rid of it! I've looked into SWG too but am not completely sold on the cost/investment. I think using liquid chlorine is cheaper and easier. I know SWG are big on this site - I just haven't been convinced yet!

If you don’t want to tackle the job look for a local plumber and get them to give you a quote. They just need to understand the flow but shouldn’t be too bad.

I'd like to do this too, just to see what they say. Again, I think I could do it myself, but I don't know how much damage yet!

 

[markayash]

Thanks for the suggestions!

Yes, the more I look at it the more I think I can do myself. Just hoping nothing else is majorly damaged.

I actually don't even use the in-line chlorinator pictured here. It Came with the house and I occasionally put tabs in there on the rare occasion my CYA is low, but now that's it's busted I can get rid of it! I've looked into SWG too but am not completely sold on the cost/investment. I think using liquid chlorine is cheaper and easier. I know SWG are big on this site - I just haven't been convinced yet!

I'd like to do this too, just to see what they say. Again, I think I could do it myself, but I don't know how much damage yet!

You will also need the Union parts that screw on your filter and pump etc.
Good news is other than adding a little liquid chlorine every month you can start taking stuff out and ordering parts now and donut over a month or so.
One thing i learned on the valves is they come in 1.5/2” and 1/1.5. They can do both but get the 1.5/2” because the inside is bigger.

PVC is cheap, by challenge is my brain can’t determine what parts I need so I just start building and usually make more trips to homedepot. But as long as you prime and get the pipe in good enough it’s easy

 

[reg967]

This is stemming from another post I have regarding damaged pipes and valves due to freezing temperatures. The damage is:

1) flexible pipe for BP4-60 booster pump has failed.
2) CL220 chlorinator body cracked.
3) Return valve diverter housing cracked (Jandy 1.5", 3-way diverter)

My question to the community here is, do you think it's more practical to redo all the plumbing where these failures or just replace each thing?
The reason I ask is because the previous homeowner already has some coupling work on the pipes and my fear is that adding more couplings will add to failure in the future. Is this not as big an issue as I think?
I also am considering not replacing the chlorinator as I don't really use it anymore. It's an artifact of the previous owners setup. If I remove it I'll have to cover the holes anyway, so why not replace those pies too?

I put lots of photos here so please let me know what you think. Also, in the meantime, how should I look after the filter and pool while the pump is down for maintenance? I don't want any more problems if I can help it.

 

[ajw22]

I would replace the cracked diverter valve and the flex hose.

Maintain your FC level in the pool using liquid chlorine and stir it around using your pool brush. That should keep your water clear while your equipment is shutdown.

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