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The Virginia Graeme Baker Act: How to Check Your Pool Drain

By Alicia Toedter

The Virginia Graeme Baker Act: How to Check Your Pool Drain

Some drowning incidents are caused by something very preventable — entrapment against a pool or spa drain. The Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act was enacted to prevent such incidents. Is your pool drain safe?

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How to Balance pH Levels in a Pool

By Alicia Toedter

How to Balance pH Levels

A high or low pH level can lead to costly pool damages, unsanitary water, and a generally uncomfortable swimming experience. Here’s what you need to know about balancing the pH in your pool.

Filed Under: How To, Pool Care, Uncategorized, Water Testing & Treatment

Swimming Pool Heat Pump Comparison Guide

By Alicia Toedter

Swimming Pool Heat Pump Comparison Guide

Once you’ve decided that a heat pump is the right option for your swimming pool, it’s time to figure out which model you should get. This guide is here to help you through the process!

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Winter Outdoor Entertaining: Q&A with Ashley Basnight

By Alicia Toedter

Winter Outdoor Entertaining Q&A with Ashley Basnight

Leslie’s teamed up with DIYer and designer Ashley Basnight of Handmade Haven to answer a few questions and provide some tips and tricks on how to enjoy your outdoor area through the cooler months.

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How to Troubleshoot a Zodiac Baracuda G3 Pool Cleaner

By Alicia Toedter

How to Troubleshoot a Zodiac Baracuda G3 Pool Cleaner

To keep your Baracuda G3 in prime working condition, you’ll need to do some routine maintenance. If you notice any odd behaviors, or your cleaner just isn’t performing the way it used to, it’s important to troubleshoot the issue to get to the root of the problem.

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How to Troubleshoot the Most Common Sand Pool Filter Problems

By Alicia Toedter

How to Troubleshoot the Most Common Sand Filter Problems

What are some of the most common sand filter problems, and how can you solve them? Good news — you’re in the right place!

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Liquid Chlorine vs. Tablets: Which is Best for Pool Water?

By Alicia Toedter

Liquid Chlorine vs. Tablets

Both liquid chlorine and compressed chlorine tablets can effectively kill bacteria and control algae in your pool. But which one is BEST? Great question! Let’s take a closer look.

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The Benefits of Non-Chlorine Pool Shock

By Alicia Toedter

The Benefits of Non-Chlorine Pool Shock

If you’re looking to improve chlorine performance and make your pool water sparkle, non-chlorine shock (also known as chlorine-free shock) might be the answer. In this article, we’ll go over everything you need to know about non-chlorine shock, as well as when to use it in place of traditional chlorine-based shock.

Filed Under: Chemicals, Pool Care, View All, Water Balance

How to Replace a Pool Liner

By Alicia Toedter

How to Replace a Pool Liner

At some point or another, every vinyl-lined pool will need to have the liner replaced. Replacing the liner yourself can save quite a bit of money compared to a professional installation, and Leslie’s can help you make it happen.

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An In-Depth Look at Pool Heat Pumps

By Alicia Toedter

An In-Depth Look at Pool Heat Pumps

Did you know? Unlike natural gas or propane pool heaters, a pool heat pump can’t generate its own heat. This might sound strange at first — how else is a heat pump supposed to warm your pool water?!

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