Having cloudy pool water is one of the largest issues when owning a pool. It is caused naturally by the particles suspended in the water. These particles can be a remnant or a result of many things: dirt, dust, lint, Read More …
Author: Ask the Pool Guy
Ask the Pool Girl: Intermatic Swimming Pool Timer {Pool Maintenance}
Learn about your swimming pool timer/operation and the Fireman Switch (a must have for older versions of swimming pool heaters ie prior to electronic ignition heaters).
Are you Shocked?
Reasons you should shock your pool Your pool is outside and therefore is exposed to large amounts of foreign, organic materials. Anything you can think of can make its way into your pool: dirt, dust, leaves, animal droppings, bugs, sunscreen, Read More …
SikaFlex for Horizontal Expansion Joints
The joint between the pool coping and patio is an area that should be sealed to prevent water from weeping in and affecting your swimming pool. Many people mistakenly believe the joint is simply cosmetic. It is also functional and Read More …
Ask the Pool Guy: Now featured in Aqua Magazine!
We are excited to announce that AQUA Magazine has invited our very own Al Curtis, aka “Ask the Pool Guy” to share some of his insights with fellow industry professionals. Below is a link to his blog that recently came Read More …
Ask the Pool Girl: Let’s Vacuum {Pool Maintenance}
Here is a great tutorial that shows you how to set up a vacuum for a vinyl liner swimming pool.
Ask the Pool Girl: Priming Your Pool Pump {Pool Maintenance}
A helpful look at priming your swimming pool pump.
Ask the Pool Girl: Automatic Pool Cover {How it Works}
Ask the Pool Girl: Automatic Pool Cover {How it Works} Here is a basic demo of a Swimming Pool Auto Cover.
