Pool Equipment, Plumbing and Electrical Repair
Pools Only Specialists Since 1972
Pool equipment repair in Los Angeles covers the pump, filter, heater and automation that keep a pool running. Spear diagnoses and repairs the equipment on your pad, installs new Pentair equipment with manufacturer warranty support and quotes every job in writing. Spear also repairs pool plumbing leaks, re-pipes failing lines and handles pool electrical work. Pump replacements typically run $700 to $4,000, according to HomeAdvisor.
Work is led by Ran Neuman, owner of Spear Pools, Inc., with 18 years of hands-on pool repair and construction experience. Licensed and insured under CSLB #1143895. Free written estimate.
Resurfacing, tile, coping and remodels are covered under our pool renovation services.
Pentair Warranty Backed Equipment
“Had Richard install a new variable speed pump! Reasonable pricing, and very experienced, and thorough in his work.”
★★★★★ Jordan W., Venice, verified Yelp review
Our Complete Service Coverage
We serve Los Angeles County and surrounding areas with fast response times and local expertise. Every city listed below gets our full range of services, and each has its own pool service area page.
Pool Equipment Repair and Installation
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New pads and upgrades are covered under equipment installation.
“Called Spear, talked to a gentleman named Damion. Set up an appointment, he was on time, tooled around for 25 minutes, fixed the heater for $160.”
★★★★★ Jay D., Santa Monica, verified Yelp review
Burbank, CA
Castaic, CA
Los Angeles, CA
Tarzana, CA
Beverly Hills, CA
Pool Plumbing
More on leak and line repairs.
Lines past saving get a full re-pipe.
Pool Electrical
More on pool electrical work.
Pool Automation System
Controllers are added during new equipment installs.
“Great company to deal with. They repaired a pool pump for me, and upgraded my system to iAquaLink so that it works with my iPhone.”
★★★★★ Kane G., Los Angeles, verified Yelp review
What Pool Equipment Costs in Los Angeles
Most equipment calls come down to repairing one part or replacing the unit. Here is how the numbers usually compare.
| Equipment | Repair | Replace |
|---|---|---|
| Pool pump | Motor repair $50 to $300 | $700 to $4,000 (about $1,300 average) |
| Variable-speed pump | Motor or drive repair, quoted | $800 to $2,500 |
| Pool heater | $160 to $730 | $1,864 to $4,348 installed (about $3,094 average) |
Source: HomeAdvisor, 2026 cost data. Your price depends on the pool, access and what we find on site.
Get a Free Pool Equipment Estimate
Tell us what the equipment is doing, or not doing. We diagnose it on site and give you a written price.
Free visit. Written price. No obligation.
Pump down or heater not firing? Call (818) 719-9059 and speak to Ran.
Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment is needed for a pool?
Every pool needs a pump to move the water, a filter to clean it and a way to sanitize it, such as a chlorinator or a salt system. Most pools also have a heater, a timer or automation controller, and the plumbing and valves that connect everything at the equipment pad. Lighting, a cover and an automatic cleaner are common extras. Together, the pump, filter and sanitizer keep the water safe to swim in.
What is the best pool equipment?
The best pool equipment is equipment sized correctly for your pool and installed well, rather than any single brand. A variable-speed pump is the most useful upgrade for most homes, because it runs quietly at low speed and uses much less electricity than a single-speed pump. After that, a filter matched to the pump’s flow and a heater sized to the pool’s volume matter most. We install and service Pentair equipment, which carries a manufacturer warranty.
How much does it cost to replace pool equipment?
Replacing pool equipment costs $700 to $4,000 for a pool pump, with an average near $1,300, according to HomeAdvisor. A new pool heater runs $1,864 to $4,348 installed, and most homeowners spend around $3,094. Replacing the whole equipment pad at once adds plumbing and electrical work on top of those units. Most owners replace one unit at a time as each one wears out, which spreads the cost over several years.
What are some must-haves for a pool?
The must-haves for a pool are a reliable pump and filter, balanced water and a safety barrier or cover. A variable-speed pump lowers running costs, and an automation system lets you control the pump, heater and lights from your phone. California’s Swimming Pool Safety Act also requires new and remodeled pools to have at least two drowning prevention features, such as a fence, a safety cover or an alarm. A heater is optional but extends the swim season.
Is it expensive to run a pool pump 24 hours a day?
Yes, running a pool pump 24 hours a day is expensive, and most pools do not need it. A single-speed pump draws the same high power the entire time it runs, so round-the-clock use adds up quickly on a Los Angeles electric bill. Most pools only need enough run time to turn the water over once or twice a day. A variable-speed pump running at low speed for longer hours costs far less to operate.
Still have a question about your pool? Ran will look at it and give you a written price, free.