Swimming contaminants and how to avoid deal with them You go outside and take the solar blanket off the pool, ready to take a refreshing dip on a hot summer day, only to realize that the pool does not sparkle as it should. The water is not cloudy, but you know your pool has looked […]
There are a few different reasons that you could have poor flow. 1. If you have a Variable Speed pump it may be programmed too slow. Increase speed to see if the issue is resolved. 2. Check the pressure gauge on the filter, as low flow is an indication of a dirty filter. If the […]
The party is over, and all the guests have gone home. You spent so much time stressing to make sure the party went over smoothly and that everyone had fun and now it’s time for you to just sit by the pool and…. Oh no! The party has ended, but now the pool needs work […]
When it comes to filtering the water in your pool, you have 3 options: Sand, Cartridge or DE (diatomaceous earth). Sand Filters Sand filters are the most popular style due to their ease of use. The tank is filled with sand or glass filter media (the amount required will differ between sizes / manufacturers – […]
Welcome to pool ownership! The joys of the hot summer days relaxing by the pool are upon you and your loved ones and beautiful memories are about to be created. Before you and your loved one’s dive headfirst into the pool to splash around, it is important to think about safety. As a mother of […]
If you’re finding that your pump won’t prime, here are some possible issues you can check at home before placing a request for a service call: Make sure the water level in the pool is high enough so water can flow into the skimmer (about ½ – ¾ up the skimmer opening). Check the lid […]
You’re all ready for a lazy day by the pool, grab your towel and head to your favorite lounge chair and as you look at the once inviting water you notice it – the bubbles. The pool is full of them, the foam is everywhere in the water. It looks like someone took some bubble […]
This is a common statement from clients and often water loss may be due to evaporation, not from a leak in the pool. So, before you begin to panic about the cost of plumbing repairs or a liner replacement, use the following steps to determine if your pool is leaking by performing a bucket test. […]
A Variable Speed Pump is the most energy efficient swimming pool pump available and provides a huge energy savings and quiet performance. They allow you to control the speed of the pump to suit your pool’s needs. So what speed is best, and when should you consider changing the speed of your pump? There are […]
Ugh! You go for a water test at your local pool professional and you are told that your chlorine is too high for a test! What can you do to bring the levels back down to an acceptable range? Why did it happen in the first place? When your chlorine or bromine is above 8 […]
