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How Much Chlorine Should You Add to Your Pool?

By Brian Champ

How Much Chlorine Should You Add to Your Pool?

Just how much chlorine do you need to add to the pool to keep it safe for swimming? How many chlorine tablets do you need for your pool each week? What about liquid chlorine or chlorine granules — what’s the correct dosage? We’ve put together an easy-to-read chart that helps you calculate how much you should to add to your pool.

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How to Choose the Right Pump and Filter Size for an Above Ground Pool

By Brian Champ

How to Choose the Right Pump and Filter Size for an Above Ground Pool

Shopping for a new pump and filter for an above ground pool can be a daunting task. Where to start? Luckily, above ground pumps and filters are often paired together to make the decision easier. The videos in this article can help.

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Pool Pump Troubleshooting Guide – Fixing Common Pump Issues

By Brian Champ

Pool pumps are the work horses of your pool equipment ensemble, and work long hours in the rain and shine. Therefore, it’s no wonder why they sometimes need a bit of extra care and attention to continue performing at their best.

Filed Under: How To, Pool Care Equipment, View All

Chlorine Alternatives for Swimming Pools

By Brian Champ

Chlorine Alternatives for Swimming Pools

Chlorine is the most common sanitizing choice for pool owners, but is it the best? Join us as we look at different alternative sanitizers, such as salt chlorinators, ozone, mineral systems, and more.

Filed Under: Chemicals, Pro Tips, View All

Leslie’s Pool Closing Kits

By Brian Champ

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Leslie’s Pool Closing Kits give you all the chemicals you need to easily and properly close your pool to help promote clean, healthy water during the off-season.

Filed Under: Pool Care, Pool Closing

Cleaning Your Pool After a Hurricane

By Brian Champ

Cleaning Your Pool After a Hurricane

Hurricanes can leave behind a significant mess in even the most well-maintained pools. Here are tips on how to clean your pool after a hurricane rolls through.

Filed Under: Pool Care, Weather Events & Pool Recovery

Dive In on National Pool Opening Day!

By Brian Champ

National Pool Opening Day

As the last Saturday in April approaches, marking the start of pool season, the ability to escape to our backyard has never been more important. We want you to get the most out of family time, moments of relaxation, and a little well-deserved fun in the sun.

Filed Under: Lifestyle, Pool Opening, Pool Opening & Closing, View All

Troubleshooting Jandy AquaPure Error Codes

By Brian Champ

Troubleshooting Jandy AquaPure Error Codes

Jandy AquaPure saltwater pool systems deliver high performance and reliable sanitization for pools. To keep these units running at top efficiency, the digital controls will display a code when something needs service.

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How to Calculate Pool Pump Run Time

By Brian Champ

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To get the most out of your pool pump, it’s important to know how to calculate pool pump run time. Factors like pool size and turnover rate are important parts of this equation.

Filed Under: How To, Pool Care Equipment, View All

How to Shock a Pool

By Brian Champ

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Pool owners and pool service professionals shock a pool to “super-chlorinate” the water. Shocking a swimming pool will destroy bacteria, algae and organic waste that regular chlorination may have missed. We’ll help you understand how, why, and when to shock a pool.

Filed Under: Pool Care 101, Uncategorized

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