Well I picked up a whale brush - since I saw many recommendations, a leaf net, a floater and tri-chlor (since I need to lower PH, need chlorine, and need stabilizer). Electricians came out yesterday but didn't bring enough conduit - so there is still no power to the pump equipment.
I tested the water - FC=0, TC=0, PH 8.2+, ALk = 160, CAL= 180, CYA =0. I am going to add acid once the kids get out of the pool - am a little worried since I cannot turn on the pump to circulate the water - I guess I should just brush it in?
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