Equipment Pad (prefab concrete/styrofoam or poured)
Supports pump, filter, heater assemblies; typically 11'x3' to 12'x4' concrete slab; poured pad with drainage; prefab options ~$100-200 vs poured $1800-3500
Installed price$1,500–$3,500LA-area, parts and labor
Typical lifespan~20 yrswith regular care
Cost per year of life$75–$175price ÷ lifespan
Who usually installs it20% DIY · 80% pro
Most installs involve plumbing or electrical work. When wiring or gas lines are involved, call a licensed pro.
Common brandsDiversiTech CladLiteEcopadcustom poured concrete
Repair or replace?
A common rule: if a repair costs more than half the price of new, or the unit is in its last year or two of a ~20-year life, replacing is often the better value. Try the repair-or-replace calculator with your own quote. Ranges are LA-area estimates; see How We Estimate.