A pool can be one of the largest investments you make and you want to make sure that it’s cared for appropriately. Some owners may be too busy or physically unable to care for and maintain their pool and hiring a pool maintenance service is the way to go. Pool companies offer a variety of…
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How much does it cost to fill a pool with water
Owning a pool comes with associated costs. One of the most important initial costs is precisely adding the element that puts the fun in a swimming pool: water. But, how much does it cost to fill a pool with water? Well, that depends. Whether you’re inaugurating your newly built pool or you’re opening the pool…
10 swimming pool maintenance tips
The one big advantage of owning a pool is being able to use it 24/7, especially during the summer. But having your swimming pool ready to use requires carrying out basic maintenance tasks. In this article, we’ll show you 10 swimming pool maintenance tips you can do to your pool to have it always ready,…
How to properly drain your inground pool
Learning how to drain a pool can seem daunting. We love to have our swimming pool full of crystal clear water, available to enjoy 24/7. However, as a pool owner you must face the fact that draining your pool is necessary every certain amount of time. Fortunately, the process to drain your pool should be…
How to backwash a pool filter
New pool owners might have a hard time with the term backwashing, but have no fear, backwashing a pool filter is a very straightforward (and needed) procedure that will help you keep your pool water clean and clear. Sutro will take care of measuring and monitoring the chemicals of your pool water, keeping you thoroughly…
What is non-chlorine shock?
We all started our pool ownership journey thinking the word shock was just shock, right? Think again. There are several different “flavors” of shock, such as Cal Hypo, Lithium Hypo and Dichlor, and non-chlorine shock, also referred to as MPS. Sutro can help you avoid the need to shock as often by monitoring your chlorine level…
Hot tub and spa chemicals
So you just got a new hot tub and you’re ready to enjoy it? Before you do that, you should know that the most important thing is keeping your water balanced and knowing the proper use of hot tub and spa chemicals. Sutro can help you keep your water clear and clean by testing it…
Pool filter cleaning tips
Filtration and circulation for recreational water is a pillar of pool maintenance along with water chemistry, cleaning, and frequent testing (that can be done with a smart water monitor) It is literally as important to a pool as our kidneys are to our bodies and as such should be maintained appropriately for clean and clear…
How to get rid of algae in pool water
There are several different types of algae and they all have one thing in common: they can be a big pain to pool owners! If left unchecked, algae can go from a few spots or cloudy water to a full blown bloom. Fortunately, a smart pool monitor can tell you exactly when you need to…
Cloudy Pool Water
Cloudy pool water or cloudy spa? Take a look at its causes, and how to fix it As pool owners, we’ve all had the problem of cloudy pool water at one time or another, something we definitely don’t want to have. Not only it is not pretty to look at, but a cloudy pool can…