Fall starts and your pool starts to look like a pond. The quantity of debris in your pool can significantly rise this time of year. If you have trees in the backyard, the problem can be worse. Even if you don’t have trees, winds can bring leaves to your pool from the neighborhood. Get yourself …
Backwashing your pool filter regularly is essential for maintaining ideal water quality and clarity. Your filter plays a vital role in eliminating contaminants that are neutralized by chlorine. Like a household vacuum, a pool filter catches dirt and debris as it sucks everything within until the bag becomes clogged and can’t suck anything else in. You …
If your pool is looking a little lackluster, it may be time to give it a good shock (not the literal one). It’s not as difficult as you think to shock your pool to restore its clarity and sparkle. Shocking the pool helps to bring free chlorine levels to normal, and it keeps algae and …
A pool is a great addition to any house, and maintaining it is an essential aspect of ownership. Many people believe vacuuming a pool is tough and time-consuming, but it can be a simple task if you have the proper equipment. Though automatic vacuums are the most convenient way to keep your pool clean, there …
Pool owners are always in a dilemma about whether or not to run their pool pump continuously, and if so, for how long and when. The optimal time to run a pool pump is during the day when the sun is out. Running pump keeps the water flowing and avoids stagnation. Run the pump for …
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Did you just buy a new filter for your pool? Are you overwhelmed by the different settings on the valve and not able to decide which setting to use? Don’t worry; we have got your back!!! In this article, we will explain the different multiport valve settings so that you can easily decide which setting …
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Keeping the water clean and safe for swimming is on top of the agenda for all pool owners. This means maintaining proper pH levels and chlorine levels at all times. It’s easier to do if you have some basic pool chemistry knowledge. Any swimming pool owner knows that a lot of work goes into keeping …
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If your pool’s pH level is too high, it can cause problems for swimmers and equipment. Fortunately, you can easily lower pH levels of your pool water. One way to lower pH is to add an acid to the water. The acid used most commonly for this purpose is muriatic acid. Another method is to …
Have you ever jumped into a pool with a very low pH? I can tell you it is very uncomfortable. Low pH water can really irritate your eyes and skin, and your hair will feel dry. Fortunately, raising the pH level in your pool is very straightforward. One of the easiest ways to raise the …
If you’ve noticed algae starting to grow in your pool, it’s important to take action quickly to get rid of it. Algae can spread rapidly and make your pool unusable if left unchecked. There can be many reasons for Algae growth in pools, like faulty filters or contamination from outside water bodies. Whatever the reason, …
