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Pool Troubleshooting

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How to Clear a Green Pool in 5 Days or Less

How to Clear a Green Pool in 5 Days or Less

You remove the pool cover and yikes! It's a green pool! You have an algae problem. Just a few steps and a few chemicals will clear the water in no time.
How to Drain an Above Ground Pool (Even Without a Pump)

How to Drain an Above Ground Pool (Even Without a Pump)

Need to drain your pool? Here's how to drain an above ground pool with either a garden hose siphon or a sump pump.
Pool Leak Detection: How To Quickly Find The Leak Yourself

Pool Leak Detection: How To Quickly Find The Leak Yourself

Pool leak detection is the first step to fixing what can be a very damaging and expensive problem. Here's how to quickly find and fix a leak.
How to Clear Cloudy Pool Water in 48 Hours or Less

How to Clear Cloudy Pool Water in 48 Hours or Less

Here are the 4 common issues that cause cloudy pool water and how to clear your cloudy pool fast using pool clarifier or flocculant.
The Smart Way to Kill Algae in Your Pool Quickly

The Smart Way to Kill Algae in Your Pool Quickly

Get rid of pool algae fast by following this sequence of pool cleaning steps. The quicker you act, the faster you can kill algae in your pool!
How to Get Rid of White Water Mold and Pink Slime in a Pool

How to Get Rid of White Water Mold and Pink Slime in a Pool

Pink, white and blue isn't a good look for your pool. Kick the white water mold and pink slime out to avoid illness and keep your pool swimmable.

Pool Water Chemistry

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How Much Salt to Add to Your Pool (Easy Pool Salt Calculation)

How Much Salt to Add to Your Pool (Easy Pool Salt Calculation)

Wondering how much salt to add to your pool? Here's a simple formula for figuring out how many bags of salt you need.
How to Raise Free Chlorine Levels in a Pool

How to Raise Free Chlorine Levels in a Pool

There are a few causes of low chlorine in a pool. But they're easy to fix. So here's a quick guide on how to raise free chlorine in your pool.
Best Pool Test Kits for the Most Accurate Water Readings

Best Pool Test Kits for the Most Accurate Water Readings

Looking for the best pool test kit? Here are the most accurate and reliable options for testing your pool water chemistry.
Pool Test Strips: How to Use Them the Right Way

Pool Test Strips: How to Use Them the Right Way

Need to test your pool water? Here's the right way to use pool test strips to get the most accurate reading.
How Long to Wait to Swim After Shocking a Pool

How Long to Wait to Swim After Shocking a Pool

How long should you wait to swim after shocking your pool? It depends on the type of shock you use. Here's a quick guide on how long to wait.
How Much Shock Should You Add to Your Pool

How Much Shock Should You Add to Your Pool

Exactly how much shock should you add to your pool? It depends on your pool's water. Here's how to calculate the right amount of pool shock.

Pool Maintenance

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Salt Water Pool Maintenance 101: How to Keep it Clean and Clear

Salt Water Pool Maintenance 101: How to Keep it Clean and Clear

A salt water pool needs everything a normal pool needs, but with a few major differences. Here's an easy guide to salt water pool maintenance.
How to Clean a Pool Filter (Sand, Cartridge, D.E.)

How to Clean a Pool Filter (Sand, Cartridge, D.E.)

Do you know how to clean a pool filter? Are you sure? Get crystal clear, pristine pool water by keeping any type of filter clean with a few easy methods.
How to Vacuum Your Pool Super Quick

How to Vacuum Your Pool Super Quick

Got algae? Need a workout? Grab a pole, flex those muscles, and learn how to vacuum your pool by hand to keep it healthy, clean, and swimmable.
A Beginner’s Guide to Pool Maintenance

A Beginner’s Guide to Pool Maintenance

Thinking it might be easier to just fill in your pool than care for it? Don't give up! Pool maintenance isn't painful if you learn a few basic techniques.
How to Backwash a Pool Filter The Right Way

How to Backwash a Pool Filter The Right Way

Need to backwash your pool filter? This step-by-step guide will help keep your filter running better and your pool water clear.
The Best Pool Supplies You Absolutely Need in 2023

The Best Pool Supplies You Absolutely Need in 2023

Do you have everything you need to take care of your pool? If you don't have these few essentials, your pool maintenance is a lot harder than it has to be.

Pool Equipment

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The Best Pool Brush for Removing Hidden Algae

The Best Pool Brush for Removing Hidden Algae

Brushing is the best way to remove algae and bacteria build up on pool surfaces. But you'll need the right pool brush to get the job done.
Best Solar Heaters for Above Ground Pools of 2023

Best Solar Heaters for Above Ground Pools of 2023

Looking for the best solar heater for an above ground pool? Here's how to find the right one for your pool.
The Best Above Ground Pool Heater of 2023

The Best Above Ground Pool Heater of 2023

Looking for the best above ground pool heater? Here's how to decide which type (gas, electric or solar) is right for your pool.
Best Gas Pool Heaters of 2023 (Propane and Natural Gas)

Best Gas Pool Heaters of 2023 (Propane and Natural Gas)

Looking for the best gas pool heater? Whether you want natural or propane gas, here's what to look for based on your climate and pool size.
The Best Inground Pool Heater of 2023

The Best Inground Pool Heater of 2023

Looking for the best inground pool pool heater? Here's how to find the best and most efficient heater for your pool setup.
How to Backwash a Sand Filter for a Super Clean Pool

How to Backwash a Sand Filter for a Super Clean Pool

If your filter pressure is high, your water flow is weak or your pool is cloudy, it's time to backwash! Here's how to backwash a sand filter.

Pool Opening and Closing

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Pool Closing Kits: What Chemicals Do You Actually Need to Close Your Pool?

Pool Closing Kits: What Chemicals Do You Actually Need to Close Your Pool?

Is a pool closing kit worth it? Before you buy one, here's what comes in a kit and which chemicals you actually need to close your pool.
The Best Pool Cover Pumps For Winter Maintenance in 2023

The Best Pool Cover Pumps For Winter Maintenance in 2023

Using a cover is only half the battle to protect your pool during winter. Use a pool cover pump to keep that cover clean.
How to Open an Inground Pool in 13 Steps

How to Open an Inground Pool in 13 Steps

Thinking it'd be easier to just leave your pool closed when winter ends? Don't worry. Learn how to open your inground pool and get right back to the fun!
How to Open an Above Ground Pool in 11 Steps

How to Open an Above Ground Pool in 11 Steps

It's pool season again! Open your above ground pool with just a few pieces of equipment, some basic chemicals, and a little elbow grease.
When Is The Right Time To Open Your Pool?

When Is The Right Time To Open Your Pool?

It’s better to open your pool sooner than later. Otherwise, algae could start growing. So here’s the right time to open your pool.
The Complete Guide to Winter Pool Covers

The Complete Guide to Winter Pool Covers

Do you suffer from winter blues? You'll get spring blues too if you don't use a winter pool cover, the easiest way to protect your pool in the off-season.

Pool Lifestyle

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Coronavirus Pool and Hot Tub Safety

Coronavirus Pool and Hot Tub Safety

Can the coronavirus spread through pools and hot tubs? No. But you need to know a few other things about the virus to stay safe in your pool or spa.
The Inflatable Pool: Just as Much Fun for Less Money

The Inflatable Pool: Just as Much Fun for Less Money

The inflatable pool isn't what it used to be. It's better! Put that image of the kiddie pool out of your mind and get ready for grown-up fun in the sun.
Above Ground Pools: How to Choose the Best

Above Ground Pools: How to Choose the Best

Don't miss out on cool summer fun. Above ground pools are affordable, easy to assemble, and easy to maintain. Learn what to get, and you're all set!
Stress-Free Intex Pool Setup

Stress-Free Intex Pool Setup

Get an Intex pool, they said. Easier than a regular above ground pool, they said. Well, they weren't wrong. You just need some Intex pool setup guidance.
What is The Perfect Pool Temperature?

What is The Perfect Pool Temperature?

Have you found the perfect pool temperature yet? Everyone has an opinion, but we did the research. Learn how to set it, maintain it, and save money.
8 Best Pool Umbrellas and Accessories

8 Best Pool Umbrellas and Accessories

Get instant shade with a pool umbrella, and then add an accessory or two (lights and speakers, anyone?) to really get the most out of your pool time.