Reasons to Consider Autofill

Autofill is an excellent feature for your pool. The autofill is precisely as the name describes: it automatically fills your pool as the water level becomes lower due to evaporation or pool play. The function is similar to that of a float in a toilet. When the toilet flushes, the float ensures that the level returns to its original position. The homeowner will never need to drag a hose over to the pool, turn it on, and then attempt to remember to turn it off before their pool overflows.

Protects the pump motor

Autofill is useful because if the pool level becomes too low, the skimmer will begin to suck air, and the pump motor for the pool filter could potentially burn up. Intense heat can evaporate the pool water level quickly, and it's not hard to forget the pool needs to be filled. An autofill is simply one of those pool accouterments that makes life a little easier.

Convenient for the pool cleaning service

The pool pump and filter work together with the water level, as well. If vacuuming or backwashing, the water should already be at a particular level. The autofill makes it easier to clean the pool because its water is never low.

The cannonball party

When a group comes over to swim, the rough water can confuse the autofill float gauge about the water's fundamental level. For the visit duration, the pool owner might want to shut off the autofill, so it doesn't start and stop filling continuously.

What if there is a leak?

The majority of homeowners will say that protecting pool equipment from overheating due to evaporation is a much higher priority than concerning themselves with a pool leak. The reason? Because a pool is much more likely to get low than it is to leak. Supposing there is a leak, the water bill will tip off a homeowner to the problem if the constantly-running autofill doesn't. While this may seem extreme, remember: the likelihood of a leak is minimal. The trouble of having to run a house to the pool continually makes it a well-rewarded risk.

Can it overflow?

The chance of the fill valve becoming stuck and overflowing is unlikely; however, just like a leak, because it is so unlikely, homeowners will say an autofill is extraordinarily worthwhile.

If you're thinking of having an autofill added to your pool, we can advise you on setting it to the ideal level when we come for your regular pool cleaning service. It will be another way for you to protect your pool's motor and a very easy means of keeping the pool water levels at their best.

Dog Days Pool Service is a pool service company serving Clearwater, Safety Harbor, and all surrounding areas. We offer pool cleaning, maintenance, troubleshooting and more and would love to hear from you! (727) 791-6012