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…
Pool Maintenance Articles
Pool Safety
When we think about pools we most often think of the fun times with family and friends. Unfortunately, for some people those memories may be of life altering accidents that could have been prevented by ensuring pool safety in the first place. Think about how many times you have seen scraped knees, crying children (or…
Cloudy Pool Water
Cloudy pool water or cloudy spa? Take a look at its causes, and how to fix it As (new and old) 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…
2021 Chlorine Tab “Crisis”
As if 2020 wasn’t hard enough on everyone, now pool owners are bracing for a shortage of chlorine tabs and pool equipment, some say through 2022. Due to several events, owners should expect limited availability and price increases on trichlor tabs and pool equipment in general as pools open across the US. The shortages are…
Pollen in Swimming Pool
When we think of spring we often think of warmer weather and blooming flowers. However, all of that beauty can also have a downside – pollen, and lots of it! Just like people who suffer from pollen allergies, pools can also suffer from pollen. Let’s look at what pollen is and is not and how…
How to open a pool
Pool opening or pool startup typically refers to “taking a pool out of hibernation” for our friends in colder climates and for our friends that keep their pools “open” year round then it means getting ready for your first swim or your first pool party of the season. Either way, it means you’re ready for…
How long to run a pool water pump and filter
This is a very, very common question and the answer is “it depends.” However, the quick and easy answer is 1 hour for every 10 degrees F of the temperature of the water. More accurately though you should run it as long and as much as is required to keep your water clean and clear….
Pool safety for dogs
Pets are like children in many ways, and if you have owned a pet you know that they are an important part of your life and emotional attachment is very strong. Just as parents of children need to keep their kids safe, pet parents need to keep their pets safe too. Generally speaking, when people…
Swimming Pool Safety for Children
Drowning is the leading cause of death for children 1 to 4 years of age in the US according to the American Academy of Pediatrics. As a pool owner or parent there are several things you can do to protect children from drowning or injury. Pool safety for children includes having safety equipment and accessories…
Swimming Pool Safety Devices
Pool safety devices to keep your pool safe and fun. Drowning is the leading cause of death in US children 1 to 4 years of age according to the American Academy of Pediatrics. There are several devices that can help prevent children from entering unattended pools and they can be the difference between life and…