One of the biggest eyesores and health hazards for a swimming pool is algae. Removing and preventing algae is crucial to a quality swimming environment. Check out some tips on keeping your pool algae-free.
Three Types of Pool Shock: What’s the Difference?
Whether you’re a new pool owner or experienced pool professional, it’s important to understand the difference between the three main types of pool shock: dichlor, cal-hypo, and chlorine-free. Each of these types of shock has a different purpose in maintaining a clean, safe, and well-sanitized pool.
How to Prep Your Pool for Memorial Day
Memorial Day is special for many reasons. In addition to the opportunity to pay tribute, it also marks the unofficial start of summer, which means it’s prime time to enjoy your pool. Here’s how to prepare for a Memorial Day weekend by the pool.
How Do the Parts of a Spa Work?
Understanding how your spa works not only helps you maintain the equipment better, but also helps you identify if there is a problem. Let’s discuss how a spa works and what functions each part serves.
Best Variable Speed Pool Pumps
Considering the energy efficiency and money savings that variable speed pumps offer, it’s no wonder why so many pool owners are upgrading their single speed pumps.
The Three Types of Pool Chlorinators
There are three types of chlorinators for above and inground pools: automatic, salt, and floating. Which one is right for your pool?
Cleaning a Pool After Heavy Rain
Heavy rains can overwhelm your pool by significantly altering the chemical balance with the introduction of new water. A quick cleanup is essential to minimize any potential issues like algae, cloudy water, staining, or excessive filter pressure.
How to Balance Calcium Hardness in a Pool
Just like pH and Total Alkalinity, your pool’s Calcium Hardness level needs to be within a certain range to keep your pool healthy. If levels get too high or too low, your pool and pool equipment can suffer damage. Here’s how to manage Calcium Hardness in your pool.
Pool Chlorine Generator Salt Cell FAQ
If you’re one of the many pool owners who currently have a salt system, or if you’re thinking about switching to salt chlorination, you may have asked yourself one of the most common questions our customers have about salt cells.
How to Change Pool Filter Sand
If you notice your filter isn’t working as efficiently as it used to, or if you’re having to backwash the filter more and more frequently, it’s probably time to replace the filter media. Keep reading to learn how.