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Category: Pools
How to Close an Inground Pool
A Guest Post Joel Peters Section 1: Introduction Getting in your pool is one of the best moments of summer. It is more fun when you uncover your pool and find it clear and well maintained. It is very disgusting to uncover your pool and find it all swampy and green. This is why it…
How to Open an Inground Pool for the Summer
A Guest Post by Joel Peters Section 1: Introduction When most people hear the word pool, different things run through their minds. They think about fun, relaxation, exercise, and summer. Some also think about all the refreshing dips they took during hot summer days. The get-togethers, parties, and of course, the relay races always come…
The Importance of Pool & Spa Maintenance During COVID-19
Many areas in the United States are currently under recommendations to shelter in place because of COVID-19. This means we’re going to spend a lot more time at home in our pools or spa. It might cross your mind to start getting your pool (or spa) ready a little earlier this year. In this post,…
The Best Ways to Raise or Lower pH and Alkalinity in Pool or Spa Water
Has your pool water gone cloudy? Or perhaps you’ve noticed some scaling building up on the sides of the spa? This could indicate that the water’s pH level is not what it should be. While pool chemistry can be a tricky thing to master, we at Sutro want to help you simplify the process. That’s…
Insights into Crowdsourced Pool and Spa Measurements and Chemicals
Pictured above: Charlie enjoying a day in her pool with pool masters (and beta testers) Randy and Tabitha Savage We realized early that it would be important to us to gather as much data about how people test and maintain their pool or spa water. Since we’re in Silicon Valley and data geeks at heart,…
Top 5 Tips For New Pool Owners
If you’ve recently installed a new pool or are considering getting one, the responsibilities may seem daunting. From rules and regulations to care and maintenance, there are many facets to ownership that need attention before you invite all your friends and family over for a weekend swim party. We’re not trying to frighten you! That’s…
4 Best Articles on Getting Rid of Algae in Your Swimming Pool or Spa
As you know, having your own private swimming pool is a luxury that many people covet. The benefits of having a pool are numerous — increased health, decreased stress, and added value to your home to name but a few. However, one of the biggest bugbears for pool owners is uninvited guests, and I’m not…
The Basics of Monitoring Pool and Spa Chemicals
Having a backyard pool or hot tub is awesome, but all of the chemical monitoring can seem really complex and time consuming. What’s the deal with pool chemical monitoring– why is it so necessary, and why are there so many components? Read on for some quick answers to these questions, and learn why monitoring the…
The 3 “Icks” of Pool Chemical Imbalance: How to Have Amazing Pool or Spa Water
1. Not Enough: Gross Things Without correct chemical levels, pools are great places for bacteria and fungus to grow – organisms can start creating their own little ecosystems that can quickly overtake the pool. Everybody agrees that algae in a pool is disgusting, but worse: exposure to even small amounts of specific pool-common bacteria can make illness…