About Algae
There are three main types of algae you may find in your pool over the course of the swim season. The Pool Guy Store sells chemicals that can help you eliminate each of these algaes effici |
BioGuard 3 step system for pool maintenance video
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BioGuard 6 Keys to Spa care video
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BioGuard how to winterize and close your pool video
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BioGuard Once a week 3-step system
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BioGuard Softswim Maintenance video
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Cooling swimming pools can be a simple affair.
Every summer we get asked about how to cool a pool. In our neck of the woods swimming pools will climb into the mid 90 degree water temperature. Not what most people would consider a refr |
Determine gallons of water in a pool
First measure the swimming pool. You will need the overall length, width and the depth in both the shallow end and deep end. For pools with a shallow and deep end, calculate an average depth by |
Does your pool motor need to be replaced?
Think your motor is failing? How do you know?
First thing to do is observe the motor without using any tools.
Is the motor running at all? � This could be due to a failed mot |
Energy Efficient Pool Equipment Alternatives
One of the questions we have been getting asked recently is, " Are there greener alternatives for my existing pool equipment? " The answer is a resounding yes.
The easiest way you can add gr |
Floor Cleaning system troubleshooting
If you have a pool floor cleaning system not operating properly you must first assess the situation and observe the system operating.
Is the floor cleaner system on and operating? |
How do I maintain the proper level of chemicals in my swimming pool?
Proper pool water chemistry is vitally important to your comfort in the swimming pool as well as helping your pool equipment last as long as possible.
In order to properly maintain your |
How much salt should I add to my pool?
Since all chlorine added to a pool eventually reverts to salt, it is very important to measure the salt level in existing pools before adding any salt. The following table shows how much salt should b |
How to change the motor on my pool pump.
How To Change The Motor On A Pool Pump
Changing the motor is not difficult and can be done by the average pool owner provided you are comfortable working with electrical wiring. (If |
How to convert a chlorine pool to salt water pool or chlorine generator.
How to Convert Chlorine Pools to Salt Water Pools (How to convert to a chlorine generator)
First and foremost, a saltwater pool is still a chlorine pool. The salt is added to the p |
How to drain an in-ground swimming pool.
How to Drain an In-Ground Pool
Draining an in-ground swimming pool should not be done unless absolutely necessary, most often it is done because the pool is going to be resurfaced or rep |
How to maintain pool equipment.
Cleaners
An automatic pool cleaner will dramatically reduce the time spent on weekly maintenance.
If you fill your pool with well water, you'll need to add a metal remover.
Filters
When cl |
How to reduce the high level of chlorine in a swimming pool.
Chlorine can be used to disinfect a swimming pool and keep the water suitable for swimming. When the chlorine level gets too high, however, it can be unsafe to swim in the pool. High amounts of chlor |
How to service your swimming pool filter's multiport valve.
How To Service Your Swimming Pool Filter's Multiport Valve
Next to your pump and filter, the multiport valve is your most important piece of equipment as this is the device that controls |
How to use cyanuric acid in a swimming pool.
CYANURIC ACID: Chlorine tablets and granular chlorine are the two most commonly used forms of chlorine. These two forms of chlorine are classified as Cyanurates, which simply means they contain Cyanur |