Pool Pump Running but Water Isn’t Circulating — What Should You Check First?
Your pool pump is running, but the water doesn’t seem to be circulating properly. Before assuming the pump itself has failed, there are several common things worth checking.
A clogged skimmer or pump basket, dirty filter, low water level, closed or incorrectly positioned valves, air entering the system, or a loss of pump prime can all reduce or stop circulation.
Pool owners: What circulation problems have you run into, and what ended up being the cause?
Pool pros: What are the first things you check when you arrive at a pool with weak or no flow?
Share your troubleshooting tips and experiences below. Photos of equipment setups are welcome too.
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