Hello all,

I am new to this forum and the BBB method, but really like what I am reading here. This is the first spring with our new above ground pool (18' x 33' x 54") and my wife just came back from the pool store with hundreds of dollars of chemicals including a start-up kit and chlorine tabs. As I am new to this method of pool care, what are my first steps to move forward with weaning me off the pool store? I should point out that I do not cover my pool in the winter despite living in PA, just started the filter / pump a couple of days ago and added an algae and metal chemical. I also placed 6 tabs of chlorine into the auto-chlorinator. I was going to shock it next, but would prefer to move on with the BBB now if possible. Any help would be greatly appreciated!