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Month: April 2017

ecoFinish Q&A: Do you recommend aquaBrite ecoFinish for a plaster refinish?

April 17, 2017April 16, 2017 Ask the Pool Guy

Q: Pool Guy, I found you on Google when I did a search for AquaBright. I’m not in your area, but hope you can help. Would you recommend it for a plaster refinish? I am intrigued by the surface and Read More …

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Does my water have to turn green from iron before I can use FerriTabs?

April 16, 2017 Ask the Pool Guy

Q: I order the ferri tabs. I know my pool water and water that i add from my well has iron. Last year i shocked the pool when I opened it and turned it green. I have opened my pool Read More …

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My pool is green, help!

April 14, 2017April 13, 2017 Ask the Pool Guy

Question:  Hey, guys! You have been so helpful to me in the past; I am calling on you again! I have a serious algae issue. My pool has turned into  a swamp. It had been fine all summer, then it Read More …

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Will my intellichlor work when the pool water is cold?

April 13, 2017 Ask the Pool Guy

intelliChlor Salt Generating units by Pentair are a popular option for swimming pools. The cells, when combined with an easyTouch or intelliTouch control center need to be enabled to tell them to turn on and start working. If the pool Read More …

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Pump Suddenly Stops Working

April 7, 2017April 4, 2017 Ask the Pool Guy

If your pump ever stops working suddenly these are the step you take to troubleshoot the problem yourself first then if you still have not figured out a problem call your pool service provider! Troubleshooting steps: Has your power gone Read More …

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All About Algae – Green, Yellow, and Black

April 6, 2017July 26, 2018 Ask the Pool Guy

There are different forms and colors of algae. Some forms of algae are aquatic, and some are not. Algae uses the sun to perform photosynthesis to manufacture it’s own food. Algae varies in color and in form – which makes Read More …

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Choosing Proper Fill Water

April 5, 2017April 4, 2017 Ask the Pool Guy

Pools require fill water for a multitude of reason: they’re new, they’ve been remodeled, too much splashing fun, there may be a leak, or just plain evaporation. Choosing the proper fill water for your pool is essential in order to Read More …

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Quick Start Guide for New Pool Owners

April 4, 2017 Ask the Pool Guy

If you’re new to the world of swimming pools, we are here to help you get started! You may have a lot of questions like: what kind of chemicals do you need? What is the proper equipment? What do you Read More …

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