How to Balance Salt Levels in a Pool

Salt is the life source for saltwater pools, and properly balancing the salt levels in your saltwater pool is crucial to maintaining a clean and healthy pool.

September 2, 2022

How to Manage Total Dissolved Solids in a Pool

In this post, we will discuss what Total Dissolved Solids are, how they affect your pool's health, and how to properly manage them.

August 31, 2022

How to Store Pool Chemicals the Right Way

If you’ve ever read a pool chemical label, you know that it’s important to always store your chemicals in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. But what you may not know are the more intricate details of safe pool chemical storage.

July 20, 2022

Three Types of Pool Shock: What's the Difference?

Whether you’re a new pool owner or experienced pool professional, it's important to understand the difference between the three main types of pool shock: dichlor, cal-hypo, and chlorine-free. Each of these types of shock has a different purpose in maintaining a clean, safe, and well-sanitized pool.

July 5, 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

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 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

How to Balance Calcium Hardness in a Pool

Just like pH and Total Alkalinity, your pool's Calcium Hardness level needs to be within a certain range for proper function. If levels get too high or too low, your pool and pool equipment can suffer damage. Here's how to manage Calcium Hardness in your pool.

May 28, 2022

How to Balance Total Alkalinity in a Pool

You've just finished testing the balance of your pool water, and realized your Total Alkalinity levels are out of range. But why is Total Alkalinity important for a healthy pool? What is it, and how can you get it back in proper balance?

May 7, 2022

How to Get Rid of Foamy Pool Water

While a foamy pool might look fun — like a bubble bath — it's actually a cause for concern. But don’t fret. If you're currently dealing with foamy pool water, there are several ways to remedy the inconvenience.

May 3, 2022

How to Lower Chlorine Levels in the Pool

When used in the correct doses, chlorine is a fairly inexpensive part of your pool upkeep routine. Sometimes, however, too much of a good thing can be a bad thing. When chlorine levels get too high, how can you bring them back down again?

April 30, 2022

Pool Clarifier vs. Flocculant: What's the Difference?

Very fine particles in your pool water may pass right through the filter, making them especially difficult to remove. Enter, coagulants! That is, either a pool clarifier or flocculant. "What’s the difference?" you may be asking. Great question! Keep reading to learn more.

April 13, 2022