BLACK+DECKER
1.5 HP Variable Speed Inground Pool Pump
Best for pools up to 20,000 gal
$849.99$1,749.99
View 1.5 HP pump → Pool owners in zip 94563 save about $951 a year switching from a single-speed pump to a BLACK+DECKER Variable Speed Pump — and the pump pays for itself in under 1 season.
Both numbers use Orinda's actual electric rate and a typical 10-hour daily run.
| Metric | Your current single-speed pump | RECOMMENDEDBLACK+DECKER 1.5 HP Variable Speed |
|---|---|---|
| Power draw | 1,800 W | 300–1,200 W (variable) |
| Daily runtime | 10 hrs @ full speed | 10 hrs @ 1,800 RPM + 2 hrs @ 3,000 RPM |
| Daily energy use | 18.0 kWh | 4.8 kWh |
| Monthly cost | $185.22 | $49.39 |
| Annual cost (7-mo season) | $1296.54 | $345.73 |
| You save | $136/mo · $951/yr |
After that, $951 stays in your pocket every year for the life of the pump.
Most pools in 94563 fall between 15,000–25,000 gallons. Here's what fits.
Numbers based on PG&E's residential rate of $0.343/kWh and a typical 7-month pool season. Single-speed comparison assumes 1,800W × 10 hrs/day. Variable-speed pump modeled at the manufacturer's recommended schedule: 1,800 RPM × 10 hrs + 3,000 RPM × 2 hrs daily. Local rebate availability is based on published utility programs and changes annually. Visit PG&E's rebate page for the current amount and application requirements. Your actual savings will vary based on pool size, pump runtime, and current utility rates.