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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.

The Sun Ledge Chairs

October 5, 2019October 7, 2019 Ask the Pool Guy

You do not want metal lawn furniture to use in the pool on your sun ledge especially if you have a salt water pool, it will leave stains on the sun ledge and then when you take it out will Read More …

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The Salt On My Deck

October 2, 2019October 2, 2019 Ask the Pool Guy

Question: I have a salt pool. When water splashes on the deck, it leaves salt residue. Does this mean I have too much salt in my pool? Answer: Mark says check the levels and make sure they are in check. Read More …

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The On And Off Heater

October 1, 2019October 3, 2019 Ask the Pool Guy

Question: Heater will heat for 10 mins then turns off and on again. What does this mean? Answer: Mark says it could be any issue but some big ones are; It might be overheating or the pool temperature is set Read More …

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Descale Your Pentair Pool Heater

September 30, 2019September 30, 2019 Ask the Pool Guy

In this video, Mark descales a Pentair Mastertemp heater this is done when there is a lot of build up of scale, and scale is the mineral deposits from your water!  

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The Basics Of Pool Vacuuming

September 29, 2019September 30, 2019 Ask the Pool Guy

Watch this great tutorial that shows you how to set up a vacuum for a vinyl liner swimming pool.

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The Fallen Tile

September 28, 2019September 28, 2019 Ask the Pool Guy

Answer: When tile falls off, it is mostly a cosmetic issue and it would be something you could schedule for a future date. If you would like us to quote that for you, please send some photos over, 1 or Read More …

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That Pentair Pump Is Loud!

September 27, 2019September 28, 2019 Ask the Pool Guy

This video shows how loud this pump is! Any louder and it might start to disturb your sleep, or your neighbor. When the bearings or motor start to sound loud, either new bearings or a pump replacement may be the Read More …

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Why Ferritabs?

September 26, 2019April 30, 2020 Ask the Pool Guy

Ferritabs are the Pool Guy’s favorite product. Watch the video to find out more.

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