In a salt-water pool (a pool using a chlorine generating system), as the salt dissolved in the water passes through the plates of the chlorine generating cell it is broken apart in order to sanitize the swimming pool. When the Read More …
Category: Service Guides & How -To
It’s time to order your safety cover
We can’t believe it, but summer is already coming to a close. Our schedule is already starting to fill up with closings, and we get more and more calls each day. We’re also getting lots of calls about safety covers. Read More …
Scaling Causes: Calcium and Phosphates
There is more to think about than just calcium when it comes to scale in your swimming pool. Scale can be visibly seen in the pool, as well as feel rough to the touch when it appears on pool surfaces, Read More …
Don’t Drain Your Pool!: Thoughts on The Costco Connection’s Recent Article
With the number of cases of water and Gatorade our crew consumes on a regular basis, we at Ask the Pool Guy are regulars at our local Costco. We also love their magazine, The Costco Connection, which often has helpful Read More …
Swim University’s Pool Care Rap
Last week, our friend Matt over at Swim University debuted an industry first: a pool care rap. We had a bit of a head’s-up on this project, as Matt had contacted us about sponsoring the project. From the very first email we Read More …
Lifespan of Sand in a Sand Filter
Q: Just watched your awesome VIDEO on YOUTUBE, “When to change sand in a sand filter …” … very helpful and insightful, especially the explanation about “the filter working better over time …”. My sand filter was installed in 2008, Read More …
Causes and Cures for Cloudy Water
We get calls, emails, and comments about cloudy water all the time. It’s one of the most common problems in a swimming pool, and the reasons for cloudy water are almost endless. Here, we’ll walk you through the most common Read More …
Buying Pool Chemicals: Where and Why?
When it comes to pool chemicals, there are a lot of options. It can be overwhelming to try to decide which products you need, what brands to buy, and even where to buy them. Is it really necessary to go Read More …