Author: John Parker
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How Long Should You Stay in A Hot Tub?
Ending a stressful week with a long soak in a hot tub can be invigorating. You let all your troubles melt away, but if you feel like something else might also melt, you have been in that hot tub for far too long. But how long should your hot tub session last? Generally, you should…
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How to Add Stabilizer to Pool – Easy Guide to CYA
A pool conditioner or stabilizer is a chemical used to protect your pool’s chlorine from the sun’s UV rays, which makes chlorine evaporate. Adding the right amount at the right time will save a lot of time and effort in purchasing more chlorine. You will need to test your pool’s water chemistry and cyanuric acid…
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8 Tips on How to Lower Chlorine Levels in a Pool
When the temperature starts to rise, many of us are desperate to open up our backyards once again to pool parties, family barbecues, and plenty of laughs. But what if your chlorine levels are too high to allow swimming to take place? This article will give you 8 tips on how to lower chlorine levels in…
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Keeping Frogs out of Your Pool
Every pool owner cherishes a refreshing, unobstructed swim. But sometimes, nature has other plans, especially when local frogs decide your pool is their new favorite hangout. While these amphibians might seem harmless, their presence can disrupt the pool’s balance and your peace of mind. We will explore effective strategies on how to keep frogs out…
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Cartridge Pool Filter Cleaning: What You Need to Know
A clean and healthy pool filter is vital for ensuring the pool water is free from dirt and debris. If you have a dirty filter then trying to clean a pool will be much more difficult. Cleaning your cartridge filter for the first time may seem daunting, but you’ll be pleased to know it’s not…
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Should I Be Running Pool Pump in Winter?
Keeping your pool open in the winter sounds like a great idea, but it takes a lot of effort, especially if you live in a very cold region. A frozen pool can lead to many issues, so it’s best to take measures to stop that from happening. One of the most common methods people use…
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How To Use a Floating Chlorine Dispenser in a Pool
Utilizing a floating chlorine dispenser in your pool can be an efficient and effortless way to maintain proper chlorine levels, ensuring your pool remains safe and clean. These dispensers are simple to use and can make a significant difference in your pool maintenance routine. Well, we’ll be going over: Now we will show how a…
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Draining an Above Ground Pool Easily
Above ground pools are more likely to experience algae growth due to the lack of circulation of water. This means that they will need to be drained regularly to keep them clean and filled with fresh water. There are a few different ways to drain the water from an above ground swimming pool. One of…
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How to Drain an Inground Swimming Pool in 5 Easy Steps
Draining a swimming pool is not something you will need to do often, certainly not with an inground pool, and is generally only required in order to repair the structure, to cure a plumbing leak or if you have major contamination. Draining a pool completely is not without risks to the structure of the pool…
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Changing the Sand in a Pool Filter and How Often to Change
Sand in pool filters should normally be changed every five to six years. It is only effective as long as the sand remains rough and coarse. Over time these particles rub against each other, the filter, and dirt particles, which makes them smooth and inefficient. Five years is generally a good estimate of when to…