We all know that testing your pool’s water is one of the basic maintenance routines. Take some time to read over this article and make sure you are testing for the right things! What chemicals to test for: There are Read More …
Tag: water
Keeping Your Water Safe
It’s important to sanitize your pool water Your pool and/or spa are constantly being exposed to harmful bacteria. This increases if your pool is outside. For this reason, it is crucial to maintain a sanitary pool to prevent illness and Read More …
Q&A: Cloudy Water?
Q: I tied a pool slide into my pool water system close to the pump before the filter (couldn’t get enough pressure after filter). I tied a small canister filter into the line but the water still gets cloudy after Read More …
Hard Water, Soft Water: What Does it All Mean?
Believe it or not, where you live and what type of water you have can have an effect on your home and swimming pool. Let’s take a look at the myths and truths of hard water vs. soft water and Read More …
Case Study: My well water turned green when I added chlorine to my pool
Q: Hey Pool Guy…I used well water to fill my 15×48 do-it-yourself pool. When I filled it, it was clear and beautiful. As soon as I plopped a chlorine tablet in the floating distributor, it turned light green. I shocked Read More …
How to Pump Water out of a Pool {Pool and Spa TV}
We realize you might want to know how to take the water out of your swimming pool. Only do this with a plan. We do not recommend taking the water out of your vinyl liner pool, your fiberglass pool, or Read More …
Ask the Pool Guy about Dolphin Water Slides
The pool guy met the team from Dolphin Water Slides at the 2011 International Pool and Spa Expo: Andria, Lisa, Roxanne, Bren, and Sherrie. When you are looking for a fiberglass slide for your custom pool, consider the Dolphin WaterSlide… Read More …
Salt Water Effects on pH & Alkalinity
Salt systems will actually increase your pH and Alkalinity Salt chlorine generators are fairly new to the pool market, and they are extremely useful and innovative for pool owners. What some people may not be aware of when purchasing a Read More …