A couple of further points:

+ When I processed your registration, I noticed you have a screened pool. That reduces the amount of run time required.

+ You have an in-floor cleaning system -- which is why you need a 2HP pumps. 24,000 gallon pools in my area (Chattanooga) are commonly installed with a 1HP or even 3/4HP pump, and do fine. The in-floor cleaning systems require very high pressures to operate. This in turn leads builders to install massively over sized pumps. With a screened pool, how much cleaning is needed in the first place, especially since you have 2 drains! There are several possible solutions:

1. Abandon and bypass the in-floor system, and refit the 2HP pump with a 1HP impeller. This will dramatically reduce electrical usage.

2. Refit your pump with a 2 speed motor, and run on high ONLY when the cleaning system is on.

3. Replace your pump with a variable speed pump AND A SURGE PROTECTOR (Florida's thunderstorms kill VS pumps!). Adjust the VS pump to run very low, except when the cleaning system must be run. Run the cleaning system as little as possible.