Upgrade Your Pool Pump — Save Up to 90% on Energy Costs
The pump is the heart of your pool system, and upgrading to a variable speed model is one of the highest-return improvements a pool owner can make. As a licensed C-53 swimming pool contractor and authorized Pentair dealer, Pinnacle Pool & Spa Services installs and services the complete Pentair variable speed pump lineup throughout Greater Sacramento and the Bay Area — from El Dorado Hills and Granite Bay to Walnut Creek, Danville, and San Ramon.
Pentair has been named ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year for 10 consecutive years — the industry’s highest standard for energy efficiency. Every Pentair variable speed pump we install is certified to meet California’s energy code requirements while delivering significant savings on your monthly electric bill.
California Variable Speed Pump Requirement
California energy regulations now require variable-speed pumps on most new and replacement pool pump installations. Single-speed pumps are no longer code-compliant for most residential applications. If your pool is still running a single-speed pump, an upgrade is both a legal requirement and a smart financial decision — variable speed pumps typically pay for themselves within one to two years through energy savings alone.
The Pentair IntelliFlo3® VSF — The Gold Standard in Variable Speed
The award-winning IntelliFlo3® VSF is Pentair’s flagship pool pump — and it shows. A two-time winner of the Pool Nation Variable Speed Pump Award, the IntelliFlo3 combines sensorless flow technology with Wi-Fi enabled automation, allowing it to automatically adjust to your pool’s conditions without any manual intervention. Connect it with the Pentair Pool app and control your pump from anywhere on your smartphone.
- Up to 90% energy savings compared to a conventional single-speed pump
- Proprietary sensorless flow technology maintains optimal flow automatically
- Wi-Fi enabled — only pump with built-in connectivity to control up to two additional pool equipment items
- Optional touchscreen for easy on-site programming
- Whisper-quiet operation compared to single-speed models
- ENERGY STAR® Certified and DOE compliant
- Available in 1.5 HP and 3.0 HP to suit any pool size
View the IntelliFlo3® VSF on Pentair.com →
Our Complete Pentair Pump Lineup
Not every pool needs Pentair’s flagship pump. We carry the complete variable speed lineup and will recommend the right model for your pool size, budget, and feature set:
- SuperFlo® VST — An excellent entry-level variable speed pump designed for smaller pools with minimal features. Reliable, efficient, and a great value at 2.2 THP.
- WhisperFlo® VST — Exceptional value and efficiency for standard-size residential pools. One of the most popular pool pumps in California at 2.6 THP.
- IntelliFlo3® VSF — The flagship model with sensorless flow technology and built-in Wi-Fi automation. Ideal for larger pools, spas, and systems with water features at 3.0 THP.
We also install booster pumps for pressure-side automatic cleaners and high-flow pumps for in-floor cleaning systems. Contact us and we’ll size the right pump for your specific pool.
Use Pentair’s Energy Savings Calculator
Wondering exactly how much you’d save by upgrading? Pentair’s Pool Pump Savings Calculator estimates your annual savings based on your pool size, current pump, local energy rate, and daily run time. Many Sacramento-area homeowners find that upgrading to an IntelliFlo3 saves $500–$1,200 per year on electricity.
Ready to Upgrade Your Pool Pump?
Contact Pinnacle Pool & Spa Services today to learn more about installing a Pentair variable speed pump. All quotes are free and include a site assessment to ensure proper sizing.
Sacramento Area: (916) 530-2096 | Bay Area: (925) 849-6545 | Toll Free: (888) 994-7665 (POOL)
We serve the residential and commercial pool and spa communities of greater Sacramento to the Bay Area, including Walnut Creek to Orinda, El Dorado Hills, Granite Bay, and Hwy 50 down to the 680 corridor.