Pool School

Whether you’ve got a brand new salt system or you’re starting up an existing saltwater pool, the process is the same.

Your pump is one of the most important pieces of equipment in your pool. Without it, your water would be disgusting and stagnant. But how does a pump actually work? And what do you do when your pump’s NOT working?

Did you know you can replace most of your expensive pool chemicals with common household products? If you want to stop spending extra money on things like chlorine tablets or alkalinity increaser, here’s what to use instead...

Is your pool pump not working? Is it making a humming sound or a loud squealing noise? Well, before you call in a professional, there are 5 things you can do to troubleshoot it on your own. And one method actually involves hitting it with a shoe. No joke.

How do you actually test and balance your water? And what about other levels, like cyanuric acid or calcium hardness? Knowing what to test and when can save you from big pool problems in the future.

If you have debris or particles lingering in your pool but don’t want them going through your filter, you’ll need to vacuum them out on the waste setting. It’s a simple process that removes particles fast.

Once you understand how to move through this simple routine, you won’t have to worry about issues like cloudy water and algae again.

This is the FASTEST way to clear up a green pool. And it’s NOT with algaecide. It’s called the “Shock and Floc” method. It’s a one-two punch that kills algae quickly and clumps it together so you can easily remove it from your pool.

Muriatic acid can be used to lower your pool’s alkalinity, lower your pH, and keep your pool filters and surfaces clean. But adding an acid to your pool can be dangerous if it’s not done safely.

Wondering how much shock to add to your pool? The exact amount of shock you need depends on the size of your pool, the type of shock your using, and whether or not you’ve got an algae problem.

Your salt levels should be around 3,200 PPM. That can be a LOT of bags of pool salt. Keeping your salt in range means keeping your water sanitized. But if they get too high, you risk damaging your pool’s equipment and surfaces.

Regardless of why your pool is cloudy, there are two products that can help clear things up. But you can’t use them in every situation. Luckily, once you start treating your water, the cloudiness should go away quickly.

Have you heard of the pool chemical that turns the water blue when someone pees in it? It's meant to prevent swimmers from peeing in the pool. Well, unfortunately, it doesn't exist. That is, until now.

There are a lot of different types of chlorine you can add to your pool: tablets, granules, even household bleach. And some kinds of chlorine work better than others depending on how you add it to your water.

Whether you’re using tablets, granules, or liquid chlorine, you need to add chlorine to your pool about once a week. But how you add it depends on the type of chlorine you’re using. So here’s a quick guide on how to add chlorine to your pool. Let’s dive in.

How much chlorine does your pool need? Usually it only takes a few tablets or a cup of granules to keep your water sanitized. But it all depends on the size of your pool and what type of chlorine you buy. So here’s a quick guide on figuring out exactly how much chlorine you need to add to your pool. Let’s dive in.

There are four ways to drain water out of your pool: with your filter waste port, your pump’s hose bib, a sump pump, or a garden hose. But the one that’s best for your pool depends on your filter system and how much water you need to drain.

Taking care of your pool doesn't end when you put the cover on. Maintain your pool during the winter, and make next season's opening a lot easier.

Ice can expand and crack, especially if it gets into your pool plumbing. So consider this a friendly reminder to winterize your pool so it doesn’t become an icy disaster.

No-nonsense strategies to fix your sagging pool cover, keep it snug, and ensure it doesn't get destroyed over the winter months.