Tag Archives: chemicals
Pool guide for first-timers
If you have recently installed an in-ground pool at your home, you might have some questions about operation, proper maintenance and general questions about how your pool works. After all, there is more to pool ownership than simply enjoying the water.
How your pool works
In an in-ground pool, water has to go through a filtration process [...]
Cloudy Pool Water
What should you do if your pool water won’t clear up? It depends on how long you’ve had the problem. A more long-term problem could lead to a more complicated solution. Remember, that it’s always a good idea to talk to your pool servicer, dealer or retailer, first, especially if your pool filter is under [...]
Storing chemicals in the off season.
Properly storing chemicals off season is very important from a safety point of view as well as for their effectiveness in the next pool season.
Read your labels! Every chemical manufacturer has specific storing instructions and effectiveness or sell-by dates. Pay particular attention, not just to the storing of your chemicals, but also to other items [...]
Closing your pool for the season
Unfortunately, we can’t all swim forever. L It is extremely important that your pool is closed properly to protect the life of your pool and its equipment. It’s always recommended to call in your local pool pro to ensure your pool is closed properly. Find a pool pro in your area.
Frost belt or cold weather [...]
Top 5 list of things that will affect your water
If you’re having water trouble and can’t figure it out, here are a few things to check.
Source water
Don’t assume tap water is good water for a pool. The typical hardness in Phoenix tap water is as high as 1000ppm — 700ppm above the high end of the maximum concentration.
Circulation
The circulation time required to keep a [...]
Water Conservation Tips
Conserving water is very important to our environment and wallets. Simple water conservation tips will not only lower your water bill, they will also reduce your chemical usage and the time it takes to maintain your pools. Follow these simple tips.
Cover up. Properly maintained pool and spa covers are an important safety element and can [...]
Storing Chemicals in the Off Season
Proper storing of leftover and unused chemicals is very important – for safety and effectiveness in the next season.
Read your labels – every chemical manufacturer has specific storing instructions and effectiveness or sell-by dates. Pay particular attention not just to the storing of your pool products, but to other items like house hold cleaners [...]
Top 10 reasons you NEED remote pool management
You need remote pool management – you may just not know it yet. Here are 10 reasons why you should ask your Pool Pro about Aqua Connect remote pool management – the innovative solution that will allow you and your pool guy to monitor, adjust and maintain your pool from anywhere. Really!
Peace of mind that [...]
How to Avoid a Green Pool
Pool catastrophes happen, usually just before company comes over. Remote pool management can help you avoid most bad water and equipment disasters.
Has your pool ever turned green or cloudy overnight? Has pool equipment ever gone down right before a party or a nice weekend? Ever had to look your guests in the face and explain [...]
