POOL EQUIPMENT UPGRADES • ,
Pool Equipment Upgrades in ,
Empire Pools upgrades outdated pool equipment in — from pumps, filters, and heaters
to salt systems, automation, and LED lighting. We design upgrades around your pool, your power bill, and how you
actually use the backyard in , so everything works together and stays easy to operate.
In , we commonly see equipment pads that are aging out after years of hard seasonal use — noisy single-speed pumps,
undersized or restrictive filters, and older heaters that struggle to keep up when you want consistent water temps. During your consult we
look at the full system (plumbing layout, return sizes, suction lines, valves, electrical feed, and gas line routing if you heat the pool)
so we can recommend upgrades that make sense as a complete package — not just “swap a part and hope.”
Because many homes in sit close to major routes like Sunrise Highway (NY-27), Montauk Highway (NY-27A),
and the Southern State Parkway corridor, we can often schedule installs efficiently and keep your project moving. Neighborhoods off corridors like
Main Street, Islip Avenue, Udall Road, Union Boulevard, and nearby side streets frequently have side-yard pads and tighter equipment corners,
so we plan for clean, service-friendly layouts with unions, labeling, and valve access that makes future service fast and straightforward.
The goal is simple: a quieter, cleaner-running pool that’s easier to manage — with properly sized equipment, smarter controls, and a setup you can
understand at a glance. We’ll walk you through how to run your new system before we leave, and we’ll set your schedules/speeds so you’re not guessing
on day one.
What to Expect
Smarter, Quieter, More Efficient Pool Equipment
Old equipment wastes energy, runs loud, and makes your pool harder to own — and in , we see that pain show up fast
with heavy summer use and debris load from mature trees in established neighborhoods. On each upgrade consult we
evaluate your entire pad — pump, filter, heater, plumbing, and controls — then recommend the right path based on how you
actually run the pool (daily run time, heating habits, and bather load). We size upgrades correctly for your pool and plumbing
so you’re not stuck with an oversized pump, a restrictive filter, or a heater that short-cycles.
pads are often tucked along side yards and tight equipment corners, so we rework the layout for a clean, service-friendly
footprint with unions, valves, and labeling that make everything easy to understand. Many of our routes run right off
the main corridors like Sunrise Highway (NY-27) and nearby access via Montauk Highway (NY-27A), so we can schedule upgrades
efficiently and keep your timeline tight.
Options commonly discussed include variable-speed pumps, larger cartridge or DE filters, modern gas heaters or heat pumps, salt
chlorine generators, automation controls, and LED lighting. We don’t just swap equipment — we build a system that works together,
test it, program run times, and show you exactly how to run your new setup before we leave.
What’s Included
- On-site review of your current pump, filter, heater, plumbing, and controls.
- Discussion of goals: lower electric bills, easier maintenance, better heat, or salt conversion.
- Recommendations for variable-speed pumps sized for your pool and filter.
- Options for upgraded filters (cartridge, DE, or sand) for better clarity and easier cleaning.
- Heater or heat pump upgrade paths for faster warm-up and improved efficiency.
- Salt system, UV, or automation controller recommendations where they make sense.
- Pad re-plumbing and layout cleanup so valves, unions, and equipment are easy to access.
- Programming of new equipment (timers, speeds, temperature, schedules) before we leave.
- Labeled valves and basic “how to run your new system” walk-through at the pad.
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Note: Every upgrade package is custom. Pool Equipment Upgrades start at $699 + tax
and pricing scales based on the equipment you choose and how much re-plumbing is required.
Why Choose Empire Pools
- Decades of experience upgrading equipment pads — we know what holds up in local conditions.
- We design systems, not just swap single pieces — everything is sized to work together.
- Clear side-by-side options: repair existing vs. upgrade, with honest pros and cons.
- Experience with variable-speed pumps, salt systems, and automation for easier ownership.
- Clean, organized equipment pads — unions, labels, and neat plumbing runs.
- Upgrades planned around your yard: access, line layout, and how you entertain outside.
- Goal: a quieter, more efficient, easier-to-manage pool for the next decade, not just one season.
Starting at $699 + tax
What Upgrade Customers Say
★★★★★
“They rebuilt our pad in — new variable-speed pump, larger filter, and everything is labeled and clean. Night-and-day difference.” — K. Brennan,
★★★★★
“The old pump was loud and expensive to run. Empire sized a VS pump correctly and set the schedules so we didn’t have to guess.” — M. D’Amico,
★★★★★
“We added automation and now control everything from our phone. Setup was fast and they walked us through it step-by-step.” — S. Patel,
★★★★★
“Heater swap was clean and professional — no mess, no ‘mystery’ plumbing. They explained what changed and why.” — J. Larkin,
★★★★★
“Our filter upgrade finally fixed the constant haze. Water stays clearer and cleaning the cartridges is way easier.” — A. Russo,
Pool Equipment Upgrades — FAQs
What’s the most common upgrade you do in Islip?
The most common upgrade we do in is a variable-speed pump paired with a correctly sized filter (often a larger cartridge filter).
It reduces noise, lowers energy use, and makes the whole system run smoother — especially when the old pump is single-speed or oversized.
How do I know if my pump is oversized or undersized?
We look at your pool volume, plumbing sizes, filter type, and how the system behaves (pressure, return strength, priming reliability).
Oversized pumps tend to run loud, push pressure high, and waste electricity; undersized setups struggle to skim and circulate.
We size the upgrade so flow is strong but efficient — not “maxed out.”
Can you clean up my equipment pad layout while you upgrade?
Yes — and it’s one of the biggest value-adds. We can rework the layout with unions, service-friendly valve access, and clear labeling
so the pad is easier to maintain and future service is faster. If the existing plumbing is a maze, we’ll recommend a clean re-plumb plan.
Do equipment upgrades require permits or inspections?
Most pump and filter swaps do not. Heater changes, electrical work, or gas line modifications can require permitting depending on the exact scope.
If your project needs an electrician or gas work, we’ll tell you up front and build the plan around doing it correctly.
Can I add salt, automation, or LED lights at the same time?
Absolutely. Many upgrades are done as a package — for example: VS pump + filter + salt system, or automation added during a pad cleanup.
Bundling upgrades can reduce labor overlap and results in a cleaner, better-integrated system.
