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Brown fine particles at the bottom of my pool

Brown particles returning to the pool when the filter is running would indicate the filter needs maintenance, or if you have any leaks in plumbing lines it could be pulling dirt in through return lines. Those would be the first Read More …

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Main drain/skimmer combo

It depends on how your pool was built. In two hole skimmers when we build, one of the holes is plugged. If the builder connected it to the main drain via an ancillary line in theory it would pull from Read More …

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CYA level rising despite only using Calcium Hyprchlorite with no stabiliser

Without changing out water, it’s unlikely that the stabilizer reading would go down to 0 on it’s own, so I’d double check your test strips. The best way to reduce stabilizer or CYA levels is to waste some water out Read More …

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Pool filter plumbing backwash

Yes, if you are able to you’ll want to replace the valve with a multiport, that’s the best option. If that isn’t possible, check your sand. It may be time for  a sand change if the filter can’t clear the Read More …

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Intelliflo – Priming Dry Alarm without pump running

The issue with the pump could be due to age some of the mechianicals have worn out. It’s possible you need a new drive (and likely).

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Paramount 6 port cleaner not working

Without seeing photos of your setup and the units it’s hard to know what the issue may be. If you have two, and one isn’t working is the water restricted flowing into the unit itself, or is the unit doing Read More …

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Can pool heat pumps restrict flow

Yes, the pipes can plug if you have calcium buildup especially. Most heaters/heat pumps also have an internal bypass so not all the water goes through the tubing inside. That bypass valve can also be a point of failure and Read More …

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Renovating Existing Concrete Pool with Plaster now Chipping

HI, Sounds like you have quite the project on your hands. From what you describe I am thinking the plaster should have cured completely (did you use a mix or DIY? – check manufacturer directions?) before attempting to paint, as Read More …

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