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For all the pool knowledge you're looking for, check out Ask the Pool Guy HQ. Here, you'll find everything you need to know about swimming pools, all in one place. Ask the Pool Guy is passionate about sharing the vast knowledge he has acquired throughout his decades in the pool industry, and he wants to make sure everyone has an enjoyable pool experience. If you can't find the information you're looking for here, you can contact him or a capable member of his team! Visit our Ask the Pool Guy Website: https://www.askthepoolguy.com Legendary Escapes is the home of the hybrid swimming pool. Al, the designer and builder, and his team are passionate about creating unique, one-of-a-kind pools. They are constantly innovating and coming up with new ways to better serve their clients. No two Legendary Escapes pools are alike, and they are unlike any pool you'll find elsewhere. Our website showcases our projects, as well as providing helpful information if you're a current pool owner or considering building a swimming pool. To learn more about the construction arm of Ask the Pool Guy, check out the Legendary Escapes website: http://www.LegendaryEscapes.com Ask the Pool Guy and Legendary Escapes are striving to share the knowledge! We don't think homeowners in SE Michigan should be the only people who have the opportunity to enjoy a beautiful, one-of-a-kind, hybrid swimming pool; so we're working with builders across the country to bring hybrid pools to you. We're happy to work with local builders, wherever "local" might be, to design and build beautiful pools all over the country.

Vacuuming on Waste with a Pump Basket

December 9, 2021December 9, 2021 Ask the Pool Guy

Ask The Pool Guy Q & A: Can I remove my pump basket while vacuuming on waste? Let’s see what Al has to say.

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Need to Backwash a Sand Filter?

December 8, 2021December 9, 2021 Ask the Pool Guy

Would you like to learn how to backwash a sand filter? In this video, watch Cale at Ask The Pool guy explain what’s involved.

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When Water Weeps

December 6, 2021December 6, 2021 Ask the Pool Guy

When water weeps through the filter housing, Mark comes to the rescue!

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Unsticking a Seized Booster Pump

December 3, 2021December 3, 2021 Ask the Pool Guy

Here, Mark talks about unsticking a seized booster pump and goes over the different sounds it will make.

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Pipe Debonder Saves a Heater Fitting

December 1, 2021December 1, 2021 Ask the Pool Guy

There is always something new in service maintenance. We love using this pipe debonder, and it makes the job easier for heater fitting replacing.

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How to Achieve Bonding – ecoFinish

November 30, 2021November 30, 2021 Ask the Pool Guy

Here is the truth about ecoFinish. It is an amazing product. There is a key to it being installed correctly – it needs to be done by an installer that is approved by ecoFinish and who knows what they are Read More …

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Vacuum Your Pool in Seven Easy Steps

November 28, 2021November 29, 2021 Ask the Pool Guy

Ask The Pool Girl, Sandi, shows how to vacuum your pool in seven easy steps. This is a great tutorial that shows you how to set up a vacuum for a vinyl liner swimming pool.

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Pea Gravel in Swimming Pool Sand Filter?

November 25, 2021November 25, 2021 Ask the Pool Guy

Ask the Pool Guy Q & A: Do I need pea gravel first in my swimming pool sand filter?

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