01/28/2026
Hey Patio Pools customers,
Heads up—looks like a real cold snap is hitting the Tampa Bay area this weekend. We're talking lows dipping into the mid to upper thirties Saturday night, down to around thirty-three Sunday, and possibly the upper twenties Monday night. That's cold enough to risk freezing pipes, even here in Florida.
We know some of our IntelliFlo or similar variable-speed pumps have that smart anti-freeze protection—it'll kick on automatically if the pump's internal temp drops low, usually around forty degrees, and run at a safe low speed to protect itself.
But here's the thing: that feature guards the pump, not your whole system. If the setting's off, something glitches, or temps drop faster than expected, it might not trigger soon enough.
To safeguard against costly damage like burst or cracked pipes, we strongly suggest you set your pump to run continuously at about one thousand RPM this weekend. That gentle circulation keeps water moving, prevents freezing in lines and equipment, and uses way less energy than you think.
It's a simple step that could save you big headaches. Give us a call if you need help programming it or have questions about your setup. Stay warm out there!
