Algae is a common problem for many pool owners. And algaecides are just one of those chemicals that you might not even realize you need until you have a few problems with those green annoyances. The problem with algae is that it is fast-paced, fast-spreading, and sometimes difficult to eliminate. Chlorine helps in many cases, […]
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Comparing the Polaris 280 vs Polaris 360 vs Polaris 380
Do you own a swimming pool and wonder which of the Polaris cleaner you should purchase? It can be daunting to pick the best model from the Polaris 280, 360, and 380. Our experts went through and tested each one of these pool cleaners. Here we have reviewed the Polaris 280 vs Polaris 360 vs […]
How to Tell if Pool Main Drain is Clogged
A swimming pool’s main drain is not really a drain because it is not used to drain the water from the pool. It is an outlet that houses a pipe that connects to the pump, that sucks water via the skimmer, then via the filter, then via the heater (for pools with one), and then […]
Black Algae In Vinyl Pool: How to Remove Black Algae
Different types of algae in swimming pools can be an indicator that the chlorine level is not sufficient. Algae can create foul odors and cloudy, discolored pool water. A common type of algae found in swimming pools is black algae. Black algae are the hardest pool algae to treat and get rid of. If black […]
Too Much Flocculant in Pool: Things to Know
Flocculant might sound like the flashy stuff you sprinkle on a fake Christmas tree, but it is a useful chemical you can use to clean a cloudy swimming pool. It is the ideal product for clearing a facility that cannot seem to respond to the filtration system. But there are lots of things you should […]
Aqua Rite Salt Reading Not Accurate: How to Recalibrate
Many people often have a problem with Hayward Aqua Rite salt chlorinator, saying that it is giving a different reading from manual testing. Most times, you can solve this issue by recalibrating your system. I will teach you how to go about it in this article. Why Does Salt Chlorinator Fail? Your salt chlorinator can […]