Author: John Parker
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Can I Vacuum My Pool on Backwash?
Getting your first pool and learning how to clean it yourself can be pretty confusing at first. Learning how to vacuum correctly and efficiently is probably the most essential thing to learn. So a question many people first have when getting a pool is should I vacuum a pool on backwash or waste or filter?…
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Why Are There Two Holes at the Bottom of a Pool Skimmer?
have two skimmers, one has two holes and the other only one. Why are there two holes at the bottom of a pool skimmer was one of the earliest questions I had when I first got my inground pool and started to clean it….
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What Is the Best Time of Day to Run a Pool Pump?
I gave very little thought as to when to run my pool pump when I first had my pool and just let the timer run as it had been set by the previous homeowner. Since then I have investigated the subject further and made some adjustments. There are many points of view as to the…
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How to Get Air Out of a Pool Pump | Tips and Tricks
Are you struggling with air in your pool pump, wondering how to get it out effectively? It’s a common issue many pool owners face, but it often goes unnoticed until it’s too late. Understanding how to remove air from your pool pump is crucial for maintaining a pristine and functional pool. In this article, we’ll…
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Keeping a Pool Clean Cheaply by Doing it Yourself
9 years ago, when I bought my house, it came with a pool. The previous homeowner used someone to maintain the pool but I decided to do it myself. I am glad I did. Learning how to keep a pool clean cheaply is not very difficult and can be handled by any competent person who…
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How Do Pool Vacuums Work?
When I first moved into my house with a pool I hadn’t a clue how pool vacuums work but I did some research online (as you are doing) and I asked a friend with a pool. This is what I found out. In many ways, pool vacuums work just like a regular vacuum you would…
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What Is a Pool Skimmer and What Does It Do?
There are many parts of a swimming pool to understand when you first get one in order that you can learn to keep it clean and in good working order. A pool skimmer is one of them and it works in the following way. A pool skimmer creates a current on the surface of a…