To work on Cloudy Pool Water Issues First thing I’d always do is add a case of liquid chlorine to the pool to reach breakpoint chlorination. It should take care of the issue if it is algae/organic waste. If that Read More …
Category: Ask the Pool Guy
Zen Gardens: Find Your Inner “Zen”
Zen means finding your inner meditation. Finding a peaceful place- being in that place. No matter what religion you are, incorporating a zen garden into your backyard pool design will not only look beautiful, it will help to bring peace Read More …
Leaktronics now has a visual meter for leak detection!
This is what separates the men from the boys. The LT1000 Amplifier – the heart of all LeakTronics Kits The LT1000 is the backbone of LeakTronics Leak Detection Kits. Contractors asked for a visual meter so we designed the LT1000 with filter and Read More …
I have stubborn Black Clumps – is it Black Algae?
Not sure if I have algae or not but I feel it may be. I just opened it chlorine levels are good but the pH and alkalinity isn’t there yet though. The water is clear but at the bottom I Read More …
My raised spa water level lowers when the pump is not running, is this normal?
Also, the spa level lowers over night. Is that because I turn the breaker off? Thanks for the help! Answer: If the spa is connected to the pool, and the water level changes overnight when the pump is turned off, Read More …
Pentair Heater Knocking Sounds?
Q: I have a pentair 400 heater. It has been making a knocking sound like their is a rock hitting . I know it is not air. It still heats but when it starts it knock I turn it off. Read More …
My salt pool has algae, what should I do?
Q: I have a saltwater pool that I have had the salt content test and made correct. The chlorine level is good, even on the high side. The filters have been cleaned recently but still have green algae on the Read More …
How much water does my skimmer need to run properly?
This is not enough water for a skimmer to function properly…if your system running pulls your skimmer basket empty, it’s time to add several inches of water to the pool – and to make sure nothing is obstructing your skimmer. Read More …