How to Treat Black Algae in Your Pool

Unfortunately, ridding your pool of black algae is no easy feat. But before we discuss how to get rid of black algae, it's important to understand what it is and where it comes from.

July 2, 2022

How to Manage Chlorine Demand

Does it seem like you're constantly pouring chlorine in the pool? If Free Available Chlorine levels in your swimming pool are chronically low, or if your water test results seem way off, it's time to investigate further.

June 28, 2022

How to Troubleshoot Polaris Robotic Pool Cleaners

Unless you have the owner’s manual handy, it can be difficult to find a solution to your pool cleaner problems. Thankfully, you’re in luck! We have prepared a straightforward troubleshooting guide for Polaris robotic pool cleaners, so you can easily reference the problem and find a solution quickly.

June 23, 2022

Is Your Pool Water Safe for Swimming?

Your pool may be free of debris, and the water may look crystal clear, but that doesn't always mean it's safe to swim in. Keep reading to find out if your water is actually swim-ready, or if you’ve got some work to do.

June 21, 2022

How to Troubleshoot a Hayward AquaRite Salt System

Hayward is known for producing top-of-the-line pool equipment, and the Hayward AquaRite salt system is no exception. In this guide, we'll teach you how to recalibrate and troubleshoot your AquaRite salt system, should problems arise.

June 17, 2022

How to Vacuum a Pool

There are many fancy, high-tech pool cleaners on the market today that offer a hands-off approach to pool cleaning. But oftentimes, a little physical labor and elbow grease can't be beat. We'll help you learn how to manually vacuum your swimming pool.

June 15, 2022

5 Tips to Conserve Pool Water

Conserving water is a necessity to protect our environment. Swimming pools are a wonderful place to relax and have fun, but they do come with environmental impacts. Keeping your pool well-maintained is the first step in conserving pool water. If you're wondering how else to conserve pool water, we have five easy tips you can try while enjoying your pool.

June 10, 2022

Cleaning a Swimming Pool After Heavy Rain

Heavy rains can overwhelm your pool by significantly altering the chemical balance with the introduction of new water. A quick cleanup is essential to minimize any potential issues like algae, cloudy water, staining, or excessive filter pressure.

June 8, 2022

4th of July Pool Party Planning

Summertime is right around the corner, and you know what that means? Spending warm sunny days poolside with friends, and celebrating summer holidays. Don't let a dirty pool or flat floats ruin your Independence Day bash. We'll show you how to prepare your pool and backyard so you can host the best 4th of July pool party ever!

June 7, 2022

Swimming Pool Automation: Your Guide to a Smart Pool

Just like smart home technology, automated pool systems can simplify day-to-day life. Save time and money on maintenance while increasing the efficiency of your pool system with smart pool automation.

June 7, 2022

How to Balance Cyanuric Acid in a Pool

Cyanuric Acid stabilizes and protects your pool’s chlorine levels. Cyanuric Acid is like sunscreen for your pool’s chlorine. Much like your skin, chlorine particles are sensitive to the sun’s UV rays. When UV rays hit chlorine particles, they destabilize, break apart, and subsequently evaporate out of the pool water.

June 3, 2022

Choosing the Best Above Ground Pool

Before you can choose the perfect backyard swimming pool kit, there are a few things to consider. Things like size, shape, height, materials, liner patterns, equipment, and accessories should all play a role in your final decision.

June 2, 2022