If you’re wondering why you can’t find Hayward or Pentair products online anymore, wonder no more. The answer is simple: they don’t want you to. Recently, both Hayward and Pentair announced that they are following suit with Zodiac and ditching the internet. Though they vary, both Pentair and Hayward are introducing policies that curtail internet…
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How Much Sand Does My Swimming Pool Filter Need?
One of the many benefits of owning a sand filter is that you only have to change the sand every five years or so. Not to mention, replacing the sand in your pool filter is pretty straight-forward. However, before beginning this journey, don’t forget to ask yourself the all-important question, “How much sand does my…
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Too Much Shock In The Pool
Whether your pool is cloudy or full of contaminants, there comes a time when every pool owner needs to shock their pool. However, is there such a thing as too much shock in the pool? Can you “over shock” your pool? In short, pool shock is simply a concentrated form of chlorine. Shocking your pool, or…
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PSC Ep. 93: How do I remove my booster pump?
In today’s episode of Poolside Chat, Rob and Matt tackle another common swimming pool question: I just want a pool cleaner and I no longer need my booster problem. How do I remove it? …
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How Do Pool Heat Pumps Work?
More and more, pool owners are purchasing heat pumps to heat their swimming pools. However, how do pool heat pumps work? Are they really that more efficient than the standard pool heater? Or, are they simply an alternative option to gas and solar heaters? …
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PSC Ep. 92: How do I winterize my main drain line?
In today’s episode of Poolside Chat, Rob and Matt tackle another common swimming pool question: I’m in the process of closing my pool. How do I winterize my main drain line?…
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How Rain Affects Your Swimming Pool
Living in Florida, we are accustomed to daily bipolar thunderstorms. For example, last week it poured for 30 minutes. Afterward, the sky was clear and the sun was out. However, have you ever thought about how rain affects your swimming pool? In this article, we discuss how rainwater can affect your pool and water chemistry…
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PSC Ep. 91: How Often Should I Shock My Pool?
In today’s episode of Poolside Chat, Rob and Matt tackle another common swimming pool question: How often should I shock my pool?…
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Should I cover My Pool for the Winter?
A question we get from experienced pool owners who are tired of winterizing their pools and new owners who are nervous about what winter horrors lurk in the coming months is: “Do I need to cover my pool?” The answer that you may not want to hear but I often give is, “It depends.” The…
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PSC Ep. 90: Do I need a timer for my salt system?
In today’s episode of Poolside Chat, Rob and Matt tackle another common swimming pool question: Do I need to put my salt system on a timer?…
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