Installing and troubleshooting a heater that is still under warranty without proper licensing can forfeit your warranty under the manufacturer’s terms and conditions. If your heater is out of warranty, sometimes, it’s simply cheaper to do it yourself. If you yourself in this scenario, this blog article is for you. In this blog article, we cover…
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Pentair IntelliBrite 5G or Hayward ColorLogic 4.0?
For years, pool owners have debated which LED light is best for the swimming pool. More specifically, pool owners want to know if the Pentair IntelliBrite 5G or Hayward ColorLogic 4.0 LED light is better? The debate is so intense, you can literally do a Google search and find pool owners asking the same question….
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The Ultimate Guide: Replacement Pool Filter Cartridges
Are you in search of the ultimate replacement cartridge filter guide? If your pump is the heart of the pool system, then your filter is the kidney. Without proper filtration, your pool will become dirty. Although cartridge filters don’t have a lot of internal parts, they still prove to be troublesome for some pool owners….
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HELP! My Swimming Pool Is Overflowing
HELP! My swimming pool is overflowing. Have you ever uttered these words? Do you have a fear of your swimming pool overflowing after a heavy rain? Do you have an emergency draining plan in place, just in case? We know that the last couple of months have been pretty brutal for the majority of the…
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PSC Ep. 68: Why is my pump losing prime when I vacuum my pool?
In today’s episode of Poolside Chat, Rob and Matt tackle another common swimming pool question: Why is my pump losing prime when I vacuum my pool?…
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How To Prevent Swimming Pool Evaporation
Did you know that the number one way swimming pools lose water is through evaporation? According to the Department of Energy, 70% of water loss in pools and spas is through evaporation. Of course, you also have leaks- which probably accounts for the second reason. But, how can you tell the difference? How do you prevent swimming pool evaporation? Are…
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How To Maintain and Repair Your Multiport Valve
A sure way to help keep your swimming pool clean is to actively maintain and repair your multiport valve before it gets to the point of no return. The multiport valve on your pool filter is essential. In fact, it acts sort of like the steering wheel on your car. The multiport valve controls the…
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Why Does My Swimming Pool Have Foam?
Swimming pool foam can be a huge distraction in and outside of your pool. Foam, or bubbles, make the water feel sticky and can make swimming uncomfortable for some. Good news for the kids, though, a foamy pool is safe to swim in. Still, we always recommend getting rid of the foam as soon as possible….
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PSC Ep. 67: Minimum VSP Speed for salt system to work?
In today’s episode of Poolside Chat, Rob and Matt tackle another common swimming pool question: What is the minimum VS pump speed for a salt system?…
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My Pool Pump Runs On Low Speed But Not On High Speed
It’s really frustrating when you purchase an expensive item, install it, and it immediately malfunctions. For most pool owners, troubleshooting single-speed pumps can be tricky and annoying and time-consuming and… Well, you get the point. Now, imagine the frustrations you experience while troubleshooting your dual speed pump. Over the last few months, we’ve come across…
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