We have done a lot of work on our certain way here at Ask the Pool Guy. All of our people have the ability to carry our company certain way through all of the work that they do. We have Read More …
Category: Pool Guy – Bonus Material
Penny the Pool Dog
Penny the pool dog is almost always on the job with Al and his crew she is just as much a part of the team as someone mixing the concrete! During an interview Al will even bring Penny along. Penny Read More …
Swimming Pool Glossary A-C
ACID: When speaking of pools, acid refers to muriatic acid, a diluted hydrochloric acid. ACID DEMAND: The amount of acid required to bring high pH or total alkalinity down to their proper levels. This is measured by an acid demand test. ACID RAIN: Read More …
Quick Fact: Pool Evaporation Rates
The last thing you want to see at the end of a long day is water loss in your pool. This can be the result of one of two things: a leak or water evaporation. If you have a household Read More …
FAQ: Environmentally Friendly Pools and Filter Systems
How often should you cover your pool? Every night? Or under specific weather circumstances? Let’s assume you’re using a bubble solar cover. – If a bubble solar cover is used, it is best to cover the pool anytime the pool Read More …
It’s time to order a Merlin Safety Cover!
This is an album with some examples of our custom fit safety covers by Merlin Industries our favorite cover… Posted by Ask the Pool Guy on Thursday, October 17, 2013
Summer Pool Usage
The weather’s been hot and humid- typical summer. Perfect for swimming. Nothing is more refreshing than taking an afternoon dip in your sparkling blue pool. With all the heat comes more responsibility for pool owners because algae thrives in hot Read More …
I have a Variable Speed Pump and my Salt Cell and Heater don’t work.
What should a home owner do if they have a Pentair intelliFlo variable speed pump and it doesn’t seem like the Pentair Mastertemp heater and Pentair intelliFlo Salt Cell work on the lower speeds? If you have trouble with the Read More …