SALTWATER POOL CONVERSION • Long Island, NY
Saltwater Pool Conversion on Long Island
Empire Pools converts traditional chlorine pools across Suffolk and Nassau into saltwater chlorine-generation systems.
We design the right salt system for your equipment, balance your water, and walk you through everything so you get
softer-feeling water and fewer trips hauling chlorine home.
What to Expect
Convert the Smart Way for Long Island Conditions
A saltwater pool is still a chlorine pool — the difference is how the chlorine is made. Instead of constantly lugging
buckets and tablets, a salt cell uses a safe salt level in your pool to generate chlorine as water passes through.
Before we convert, we review your pump, filter, heater, plumbing, and pad layout to make sure everything is compatible.
On conversion day we mount the control box in a service-friendly spot, plumb in the cell with unions and proper flow orientation,
and bring your salinity and chemistry into the ideal range. Once the system is running, we dial in output, show you how to care
for the cell, and explain how saltwater affects your openings, closings, and everyday maintenance on Long Island.
What’s Included
- On-site review of pad layout, plumbing, and equipment compatibility for a salt system.
- Discussion of salt system brands, cell sizing, and control options based on pool volume and usage.
- Mounting of salt system control panel in a clean, accessible location at the equipment pad.
- Professional plumbing of the salt cell with unions, proper flow direction, and bypass where appropriate.
- Water testing, adjustment of chemistry, and bringing salinity into the target range for the new system.
- System startup, verification of chlorine production, and review of alarms and indicators.
- Labeling of key valves and controls so you know exactly how water is flowing through the cell.
- Owner walk-through on cell cleaning, output settings, and how salt changes your weekly routine.
- Guidance on how a salt system interacts with heaters, stone, and metals around your pool.
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Note: Saltwater pool conversion packages start at $1500 + tax. Final pricing depends on
equipment model, pad layout, electrical needs, and any additional plumbing changes.
Why Choose Empire Pools
- Decades of experience converting Long Island pools to salt while respecting local water, weather, and materials.
- We size the cell for your bather load and season length, not just the number on the box.
- Clean pad work — plumbing and wiring routed so future service is easier, not harder.
- Clear explanation of the truth about saltwater — what changes, what doesn’t, and how to avoid corrosion issues.
- Realistic expectations on how salt will impact your chemical costs and weekly workload.
- Support across the full season — from first start-up to winterizing salt equipment correctly.
- Goal: softer-feeling water and a simpler routine, without surprise problems down the road.
Starting at $1500 + tax
What Saltwater Customers Say
★★★★★
“We converted our Holbrook pool to salt — no more tablet runs and the water feels way better on our skin.” — M. Russo, Holbrook
★★★★★
“Patchogue gets busy with summer parties. The new salt system keeps up with bather load without us babysitting it.” — K. Alvarez, Patchogue
★★★★★
“In Medford we were fighting constant chlorine swings. After the salt conversion, levels stay much more stable.” — A. Patel, Medford
★★★★★
“Near Corey Beach in Blue Point, they explained how salt would interact with our stone and set us up to protect it.” — L. Turner, Blue Point
★★★★★
“Massapequa yard, heater, and salt system all work together now — Empire designed the whole pad with that in mind.” — J. DeLuca, Massapequa
Saltwater Pool Conversion — FAQs
Is a saltwater pool still a chlorine pool?
Yes. A salt system uses electrolysis to turn dissolved salt into chlorine as water passes through the cell. You still
sanitize with chlorine — you just generate it on-site instead of constantly adding tablets and shock. When set up correctly,
most people notice water that feels softer with fewer harsh “chlorine” smells.
Will salt damage my pool or equipment?
When a salt system is installed properly and maintained at the correct salinity, it is compatible with most vinyl, fiberglass,
and gunite pools. The real risk comes from neglect: high salt, poor bonding, or water routinely splashing and drying on
unprotected metal or natural stone. During your consult we’ll review your specific materials and layout and go over protection
steps where needed.
Can my existing equipment work with a salt system?
In many cases, yes. We’ll inspect your pump, filter, heater, plumbing, and automation to make sure they’re compatible
with a salt system and help you plan around anything that should be upgraded. We’ll also confirm recommended flow rates and
heater/salt wiring considerations before finalizing your quote.
What maintenance does a salt system need?
You’ll still test water regularly, but day-to-day chlorine dosing is handled by the cell. The main extra tasks are
periodic cell inspections and cleanings (to remove scale), keeping salt within the target range, and occasionally
adjusting the output percentage as seasons and bather load change. We show you each of these steps at the pad.
Is a salt system OK with Long Island winters?
Yes — we simply winterize it correctly. The cell is removed or protected during closing, plumbing is blown out as usual,
and the control panel is either shut down or protected depending on your setup. We’ll explain how your salt system fits into
your existing opening and closing routine so there are no surprises.
