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Can You Use Bleach to Shock a Pool?
Pool algae can be a persistent problem for many pool owners, and many people turn to household cleaners such as bleach in an attempt to eradicate it. But does bleach actually work to kill algae? If you have algae in your pool, the way to kill it is by using chlorine shock. Bleach is a…
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Can You Use a Shop Vac to Clean a Pool
Although it is theoretically possible to vacuum a pool using a shop vac (sometimes called a wet dry vac or just a wet vac), in practice, it would be a very time-consuming and probably not very effective method of cleaning a pool, unless perhaps it is a small above ground pool. Can I use a…
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What Happens If You Put Too Much Algaecide in Pool?
It is a common mistake to put too much algaecide in a pool. Sometimes, the amount needed is miscalculated, and at other times, it is added at the wrong time. Too much algaecide results in water that is full of tiny foaming algaecide bubbles in the pool, which can damage the filtration system. Too much…
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How Long Can a Pool Go Without a Pump?
What happens if your pool pump breaks and you can’t fix it, or it breaks over a holiday when no techs can make a house call? Or perhaps you have a power outage that will last a few days. How long can your pool go without a pump and still be ok to swim in?…
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5 Main Reasons a Hot Tub Keeps Tripping Breaker
It can be very frustrating if you have a hot tub that keeps tripping the breaker. Understanding the reasons behind this issue can help you troubleshoot and resolve the problem. A tripped breaker can signal a serious electrical problem, so addressing the issue as soon as possible is important. In this post, we explore some…
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Pool Filter Settings Explained – Pool Filter Valve Positions Guide
The many pool filter settings on a multiport valve of a swimming pool sand filter can be pretty confusing when you first get a pool. But, like most things, it is pretty simple once you know. You will soon understand what all of the pool filter valve positions mean. There are normally six different pool…
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Will a Salt Water Pool Freeze?
Many pool owners enjoy the benefits of saltwater pools, but one question that often arises is whether a saltwater pool will freeze during cold winter. The answer is simple: Yes, saltwater pools can freeze. Although salt water has a lower freezing point than regular chlorinated water, the water in a saltwater pool will still freeze…
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Best Hot Tub Cover Lifter: Top Picks for 2024
Are you looking for a hassle-free way to manage your hot tub cover? Hot tub cover lifters are the solution to simplify the process of removing and replacing your hot tub cover, ensuring it remains clean and ready whenever you want to take a dip. These devices protect your investment and enhance your hot tub…
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Lifting a Robotic Pool Cleaner out of a Pool with a Bad Back
Do you have a bad back and find lifting your robotic pool cleaner out of the pool a strain on your back? Being tall (6’2″) I do suffer from lower back pain from time to time and I certainly feel it in my back when I lift my pool robot out of the pool and…
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Using a Pressure Washer to Remove Algae in a Pool
I don’t get an infestation of algae in my pool very often, fortunately, as I keep on top of my pool maintenance. However, I went away for ten days, leaving my wife in charge of the pool, and returned to find algae starting to grow on the walls and in the corners. In the past,…