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I've spent the last three years (yes, that's THREE) rebuilding my existing pool that was originally built in the mid 50's. Lots of problems, lots...
I need some info on the DE filter. I know for the sand filters, you need to replace the sand inside the filter every so often. How does it work...
We bought the house with a pool that I'm guessing is over 10 years old. So it doesn't have much in the way of 'water features'. But while trying to...
Hi All, While we're undergoing some pretty heavy pool-deck renovations, we'll be upgrading the pipes of our 20,000 gallon inground concrete pool to...
well, with an automated pool vac coming that requires a minimum flow rate to operate ok and changing of furnace, new pipes and wiring change to 220...
I wanted to figure out how much money I would save monthly if I were to switch to a 2 speed pump. This calc is done under full load so it may be a...
In searching the forum I see several posts that a clear cover is the better option vs blue and black. I am having a hard time coming up with options...
We are looking at purchasing a pool. Can anyone tell us what the average maintenance costs would be per month? We live in MI and would only use the...
Bought the house w/pool April this year and have slowly been rebuilding things to make them work better. It's an IG 15,000 gallon plaster with a sand...
Hi, all. After 7 years of solid operation, we noticed our heater not putting out the heat it used to. The attached spa used to take a few minutes to...
Hi guys and gals, I'm so confused on what decision to make regarding a heater for my 24' round above ground. I've read every thread that the...
I am about to take my first vacation since we got our pool. We will be away for 9 days. Does anyone have any tips about what I should do to make...
I have a 2 1/2 HP Sta-rite Maxi-Pro pump and can't find information anywhere on it that says what the GPM is -- only the RPM (even on the web -- I...
Hey guys, just found this site out of necessity. Just installed a new filter yesterday as the old one stopped filtering completely (dirt would just...
I can't get a sreaight answer as to whether to get a single speed or a two-speed pump. I am replacing a dead ITT Marlow 1 HP Argonaut pump and I...
I'm trying to find an outdoor shower head with a pull chain. I've checked online without any luck. Any ideas?
Is there a conversion fitting that allows connection of regular PVC pipe fittings to the eyeball returns in the side of a plaster pool? I'm doing the...
I'm interested in adding a floating fountain to our pool -- it might provide some cooling for the very hot water we get, but I also like the look a...
i was at my local abc pool supply and they were trying to sell me a sys3 cartridge instead of a de saying that these particular cartidges rivaled DE...
I have an older model Hayward EC-65 filter. In the last week or so, I've been noticing small amounts of DE in the pool. So some amount is slipping...
I have the Penatir IntelliTouch i7 automated controller with the MobileTouch (remote) controlling two Pentair pumps, two SAM lights, a SAL light, a...
I have been thinking about buying a Extenda-swim wood burning pool heater. I would like it mostly to bring up pool temp at start up, after cloudy...
I ordered a replacement bulb from Leslie's for our Hayward Sp-543 underwater light. Leslie's quoted me $17.45 - vs. $30-40 from the locals. The...
I did a dumb thing this morning. :o I backwashed my filter, then set to rinse(which I usually do for 10 seconds). I got called away while rinsing...
I have a Jacuzzi Sherlok200 filter. Pool startup occurred on June 8. Filter ran 24/7 for 10 days per builder's instructions. At startup it ran at...
Every time we go to vacuum to waste, the hose coming out of the skimmer basket nearly collapses down right in front of the pump. It still is sucking...
Hey all Just finished my conversion from Baquajunk to BBB. Thank Heavens I did it. Couldn't be happier with my pool Now we have to change the...
I have installed a Hayward Viper pressure side automatic cleaner and have been happy with the results EXCEPT for the noise from the booster pump. It...
I have a 500lb sand filter with a 2spd pump. Added some DE to sand filter on high speed. Do you check for 1psi increase on high or low spd. Also,...
I am probably about to show my extreme lack of knowledge about pool equipment and such but I guess you have to start learning somewhere...fortunately...
I have a 31 x 15 IG pool, using SoftSwim, and it has filter cartridges. Is there any guideline for how often a good filter needs cleaning? I've...
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