A VSP installed at full speed is barely better than a single-speed.
Pool ownership is a long-term partnership with chemistry, equipment, and weather. The advice below comes from working technicians who service hundreds of DFW pools every week.
The optimal 4-stage daily schedule
| Stage | Time | RPM | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boost | 8–10 AM | 3,000 | Skim + circulate |
| Cruise | 10 AM–6 PM | 1,800 | Filter at low energy |
| Boost | 6–8 PM | 2,400 | Sanitize + chlorinate |
| Idle | Overnight | 0 | Save energy |
Result: 40–60% reduction vs single-speed. ROI in 18–30 months.