One of the most frequently asked questions when it comes to balancing the pool is “Why is my swimming pool foamy?” In many instances, the pool water looks good except for the addition of foam. However, much like anything pool-related, several different variables can contribute to foam production. In this blog article, you learn what causes…
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PSC Ep. 86: Why is my pool pump motor capacitor failing?
In today’s episode of Poolside Chat, Rob and Matt tackle another common swimming pool question: Every four to six months, I have to replace my pool pump motor capacitor. Why are my capacitors failing so frequently? …
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How To Convert an Above Ground Pool to Saltwater
For the most part, saltwater pools are still overwhelmingly popular. Still, we come across many pool owners who have questions on how to convert an above ground pool to saltwater. Although the overall concept is the same as inground pools, there are slight differences that are definitely worth mentioning. Additionally, we also cover what a…
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PSC Ep. 85: How do I find replacement parts for my above ground pool?
In today’s episode of Poolside Chat, Rob and Matt tackle another common swimming pool question: I need to replace some parts on my above ground pool. Can you help me find the correct parts?…
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How To Find Your Replacement Pool Pump Motor Bearings
It’s typical for a pool pump motor to make noises. However, a squealing motor is an early indication that the bearings are failing. In this article, we discuss how to find your replacement pool pump motor bearings using your motor part or catalog number. For pool owners, replacing motor bearings is two-fold. First, you need…
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PSC Ep. 84: How do I protect my pool equipment from the weather?
In today’s episode of Poolside Chat, Rob and Matt tackle another common swimming pool question: Is there anything I can do to protect my pool equipment from the weather?…
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Is My Pool Pump 115V or 230V?
One of the trickiest questions we hear over the phone is, “Is my pool pump 115V or 230V?” To be honest, that’s something we cannot tell you. However, there are a few things that you can do on your end. In this article, we explain how pool owners can discern which voltage they are running in…
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Which Pool Filter Is Best?
Every swimming pool needs a pool filter. Without a functioning pool pump and filter, your water will inevitably turn green. However, which pool filter is best: sand, cartridge, or D.E. filter? We often encounter pool owners who are struggling to decide whether to keep their cartridge filter or to switch to sand or D.E. Each…
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PSC Ep. 83: Should I run my heat pump during the day or at night?
In today’s episode of Poolside Chat, Rob and Matt tackle another common swimming pool question: Should I run my heat pump during the day or at night?…
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New Year, New Pool
New year, new pool? At the beginning of every new year, we take the time to list ways to better our personal lives. Sure, often times we tout our “new year, new me” goals as fruitless endeavors or reoccurring themes. However, what if we invest the same energy into our pool? What if at the start of…
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