The question: Why is sand going back to the pool after backwashing the filter?
"Clear water ,ph ,chlorine level good.
I have an above ground pool with a sand filter. After I vacuum the pool I backwash I lose sand then I put on rinse to level the sand for about...
We get this question a lot:
"Chlorine or bromine?"
To be honest either will work in a spa or a pool but to be more specific, Bromine works better at higher temperatures than chlorine. Above 75°F, bromine remains stable, whereas chlorine is more effective in temperatures as low as 65°F. This...
Common Questions about pool maintenance
If you are a pool owner looking to maintain your own swimming pool here are the basics. Things the DIY pool owner needs to know.
WHAT DO YOU NEED FOR A CHLORINE POOL?
You will need chlorine for the type of system you have (if it is...
Swimming Pool "Shock"
In the case of a green swimming pool, you are going to need 'pool shock'. "Shocking" a swimming pool is also a great way to bring things back into balance but should not be over used.
Is it necessary to shock a pool?
The simple answer is, yes. The...
How to get a New Inground Pool
Although best answered by a qualified swimming pool contractor in your local area, we can explain the most common documents you will need to get that new pool in your backyard.
Before you begin, make sure you have an established budget for a new...
Pool & Spa Maintenance Guide PDF
Whether you are keeping your own pool clean (DIY) or you have hired our company or another pool service provider it would not hurt to have a helpful pool maintenance reference guide on hand when you need it!
POOL CARE GUIDE FOR HOME OWNERS
Sometimes you...
Do you plan on adding a new pool to your backyard or want to make updates to an existing pool? If so, it makes good sense to prepare a budget. You’ll want to make good equipment choices that save money and energy to maximize your investment. This alone can result...
Finding a Swimming Pool Company
Owning a swimming pool is an exciting thought if you have never personally owned one. However, figuring out how to install a pool leads to some more challenging problem solving right at the start. Here are some points for those looking at purchasing a swimming...
As a pool owner you are always hoping there is nothing wrong with the pool, after all it costs money anytime something does break or turn green. You may not know there are looming problems with the pool unless they are apparent and obvious.
Most of the hidden damages in...
Green Swimming Pools are not fun. Here are our Green Pool Service Tips on How to turn a green pool blue again. A nice blue swimming pool is all we’d ever want to see in our backyard, and have never been a really big fan of the “pond look”...
How to clean your swimming pool filters. At the center of your swimming pool plumbing system & equipment is a very key component, the pool filter.
HOW TO CLEAN A SWIMMING POOL FILTER
Cleaning a pool filter is NOT hard, but you need to know how to do it. There are...
Swimming Pool Construction Terminology
If you have never owned a swimming pool; builders may speak a language that you do not understand yet! Let's get you up to speed so everyone is speaking the same terminology when it comes to swimming pool construction.
Area = the square footage measurement of...
Correcting the pool water after the storm
Is your pool under the weather? If you’ve experienced less-than-perfect weather, your pool is bound to be negatively impacted. Severe storms create flooding and other challenges for homeowners. Once the storms subside and priority projects are completed, you’ll want to assess the damage...