Pump Motor Wear / Bearings Failure

major severityoccasionalCall a pro

Pro repair$250–$500LA-area, parts and labor

DIY cost$0–$0parts and supplies

Typical time2 hrfor a pro

Difficulty5 / 51 is easiest

What you'll notice

Grinding or screeching noises from pump
loud vibration
pump overheating
motor seizing completely

Likely causes

Age and normal wear (8-12 years typical lifespan)
running pump dry or cavitation from low water
dirty impeller forcing motor to work harder

How to keep it from coming back

Run pump at appropriate hours (8-12 hrs/day LA)
monitor filter pressure
maintain balanced water chemistry
listen for unusual sounds

Ranges are estimates; see How We Estimate. Affects: all.

This is a job for a licensed pro, especially where electrical, gas or structural work is involved. If you're in the LA area, R.D. Pools offers free quotes.

Equipment involved

Maintenance that prevents it

Related costs

Annual Pump Operation (Variable-Speed, 1.5HP, 8 hrs/day): $400–$600
Annual Heat Pump Operation (electric heating, 6 months): $300–$600
Pump Replacement (variable-speed, 1.5-2.5 HP): $1,200–$2,500
Pump Motor Repair (capacitor, seal, bearing): $50–$600