What are FerriTabs (Ferri-Iron Tabs)? FerriTabs are tablets used for water treatment. They help eliminate discoloration in pools caused primarily by iron and manganese. Iron staining can appear as a coppery-brown color while manganese will be much darker Read More …
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Weekly Cleaning Service
Our Pool Cleaning Service (Weekly or Bi-Weekly) Chemical Balance Analysis Chemical Adjustment (we provide all chemicals for balancing) Chemical Delivery to Replenish your Supply (you supply all chemicals for sanitizing ie chlorine, salt) Pool Equipment Checkup Skim Surface Brush Tiles * Read More …
Salt Systems and Electrolysis
The chemistry involved in chlorine generating systems (salt water pools) In a salt-water pool salt is dissolved in the water as it passes through the plates of the chlorine generator. The sat is broken down in order to be used Read More …
How to “Go Green” With Your Pool
“Going green” is a very popular trend… and a good one to be a part of as well. No, it does not mean green pool water. It means having more eco-friendly approaches to your pool and pool water. It is Read More …
Consider Converting to a Salt System Pool
Intro to Salt Systems Salt systems are a huge upcoming trend in pool construction. They are also known as ‘chlorine generating pools’. They use ordinary salt and break it apart into sodium and chlorine. The chlorine is the chemical that Read More …
Staining: Manganese
Manganese causes interesting issues for pool owners and is often difficult to diagnose. If your pool water turns purple or black after the addition of chlorine, this can indicate a manganese problem. As the manganese is oxidized by the chlorine Read More …
Pool Exercise Routine: Getting the Most Out of Your Pool
Simple 15-30 Minute Pool Workout Guide You don’t need a gym membership during the summer months when you have your very own swimming pool in your backyard. Water exercises/aerobics are one of the best forms of exercise you can give Read More …
Salt Generating System – Pentair intelliChlor
Salt water pools (actually more like chlorine-generating pools) are growing in popularity and not as salty as you may think. Ask the Pool Guy recommends the Pentair intelliChlor Salt Generator for new swimming pool installations. What is a salt system? Read More …