Swimming Pools

Saltwater pools use special cells to split the pool salt into useable chlorine. They have to be maintained with high salinity. However, they’re quite similar to traditional chlorine pools due …

Dead algae can cause more algae blooms, not to mention how gross and cloudy the water will look. It’s important to remove dead algae as quickly as possible to prevent …

Excessively high cyanuric acid (CYA) levels in your pool can stop chlorine from working effectively. To reduce high CYA, first test the cyanuric acid, drain the pool up to one-third …

Lowering the pH in your pool is a must-know technique that can prevent cloudiness, calcium buildup, and skin irritation. Most pool chemicals require an optimal pH between 7.2 to 7.8, …

Pool covers prevent evaporation, promote chemical retention, and heat swimming pools. They also keep debris out. However, none of these benefits are quite as useful if the bubbles aren’t facing …

Pool owners often think of lowering the pH as a poor decision. Acidity can corrode any pool surface, deteriorate the equipment, and make the remaining chemicals less effective. However, a …

A swimming pool with a low pH leads to corrosion, equipment damage, and skin irritation. Most swimming pool chemicals work best in the optimal pH range (7.2 to 7.8). Maintaining …

Backwashing is an irreplaceable and unavoidable part of owning a DE or sand filter. This process removes the debris and other contaminants from the filter without requiring a full cleaning …

High chlorine levels in a swimming pool can cause skin and eye irritation, sickness, burns, and many other problems. Chlorine can also deteriorate vinyl, gunite, and fiberglass. If your pool’s …

Pool pumps are designed for warm weather, but freezing temperatures can cause all sorts of problems. For example, the plumbing can crack, the impeller can jam, and the motor might …