Having a pool in your backyard can be a great source of fun and relaxation during the hot summer months. However, it’s important to keep an eye on the water level in your pool to ensure that it stays at the proper level for both safety and maintenance purposes. The ideal water level for a…
Owning a swimming pool is a great way to beat the heat and enjoy some outdoor fun, but it’s important to remember that with great fun comes great responsibility. Maintaining a swimming pool can be a lot of work, and there are many common mistakes that pool owners make that can lead to costly repairs,…
If you’re a pool owner, you know that maintaining your pool’s water chemistry is crucial for keeping it clean, clear, and safe to swim in. But when it comes to choosing the chemicals you use to maintain your pool, you may be tempted to save some money by opting for cheaper products instead of professional…
As the temperatures rise, many people look forward to spending time in their swimming pools to cool off and relax. However, with warmer weather comes the potential for algae growth in pools. Algae is a common problem that can make your pool water look cloudy and uninviting, and it can even be harmful to your…
My Pool Has A Strong Chlorine Smell. Is There Too Much Chlorine In My Pool? No, you don’t have enough “free chlorine” in your pool. Most pools contain both good chlorine and bad chlorine. The good chlorine is called free chlorine and is capable of killing germs. Bad chlorine, on the other hand, is called…
What Is Pink Algae? Pink algae is not an algae at all, but a bacteria. Normal algaecides will not reliably work on them. We have products that are designed to assist chlorine with removal of this bacteria. To eliminate it, you must superchlorinate your pool, turn off the filter, and clean it with a good…
I Have An Outdoor Pool and Am Told That The Chlorine Needs to Be Stabilized. Why? The chlorine in a pool can be broken down by ultraviolet light from the sun. If stabilizer, also called conditioner, is not present, the chlorine level will dissipate very rapidly over the course of the day. It is recommended…
What Causes the Ring Around My Pool’s Tile Line? The accumulation of oils and dirt from bathers is the biggest cause. Using a tile cleaner specifically designed for pools can clean it off. Household cleaners do not contain the needed balance of both oil/grease cutters and scale dissolving ingredients. In fact, these cleaners can actually…
When I Shock My Pool, Should I Use Chlorine or Non-Chlorine Shock? Both treatments accomplish the goal of destroying and removing bather waste and preventing the formation of combined chlorine. Superchlorination, the addition of large amounts of chlorine, has some drawbacks. Because it requires large amounts of chlorine, it can damage liners and swimsuits and…
I Added Algicide to My Pool But The Algae Didn’t Go Away. What Did I Do Wrong? First, you must add the algaecide according to the directions. If you don’t add the correct dosage amount, it won’t kill any of the algae. However, be aware that using the entire bottle of algaecide is also ineffective….
My Pool Water Is Cloudy And I Can’t Clear It Up. What Could Be Causing This? Several things could be the cause. First, check to make sure that the pH is within proper range. If the pH is within range, it could be that you have a dirty filter and it needs to be cleaned….
What all do you Service? Pools? Hot Tubs? Do you service Hot Tubs? We can service hot tubs and spas. We can also get filters, parts and chemicals specific to your hot tub! Do you work on above ground pools? YES! We can service any type of pool! We open and close ALL types of…