Every swim season I get a lot of questions about dogs and above ground pools. For some, their canine pets are a big part of the family and they want them to experience everything the family experiences. If they go on vacation, the dog comes along. If they have a cookout, the dog eats some…
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Video: Poolside Chat Episode #3 Salt Chlorine Generator Sizes
In today’s episode of Poolside Chat, Rob and Matt tackle another common swimming pool question: How to size a swimming pool salt chlorine generator Poolside Chat Episode #3 Video Watch the video it’s easier than reading 😉…
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What Does My Pump Motor’s Frame (FR) Rating Mean?
Your pump motor’s frame (FR) rating notes three key parts of your motor’s design which will help you match your current motor to a replacement. The three key parts are: Flange Shape Barrel Size Shaft-End Type As we know from previous blogs and how-to guides, the quickest and easiest way to find your pump’s motor…
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Help There is Grass Growing in My Pool!
This isn’t a fun pool moment. Picture the scene. You’re happily cleaning your fairly new above ground swimming pool getting it ready for the weekend. As you run the vacuum across the pool, you notice something sticking to the bottom. You try to suck it up, but it is stuck. Then you look closer. “What…
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Video: Poolside Chat Episode #2 Leaking Valves & Variable Speed Motors
In today’s episode of Poolside Chat, Rob and Matt tackle two common swimming pool questions: How do I repair a leaking pool filter valve? How do I select the proper variable speed replacement motor for my pool pump? Poolside Chat Episode #2 Video Watch the video it’s easier than reading 😉…
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Replacing Parts For A Pump You Don’t Have A Model Number For
Whenever customers are looking to replace parts for their pump, I always compare pumps to cars. Let’s say you need to replace the tires on your car. In order to get the correct tires, your mechanic needs to know the correct make, model, and the year the car was made. This information helps the mechanic identify…
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Video: Poolside Chat Episode #1 – Custom Covers & Above Ground Pool Parts
Today we have started our new video series, Poolside Chat. We came up with a revolutionary concept – to answer the questions our audience is asking. So that is what the show will be about. We will take one to two questions per week from our audience and answer those every week here on Poolside Chat….
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3 Things I Learned From Owning a Pool
After working in the pool business for years, my family and I finally decided to take the plunge and build our own pool. This was our first venture as pool owners. Now that I have had a pool for three years and after getting help from eXp Realty, I have learned several lessons that I…
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What Is Microban and Why Is It in My Cartridge?
Microban is an antimicrobial blend that is added to products such as cutting boards, bath mats, children’s toys and pool cartridges to prevent/slow the growth of harmful microorganisms. The Microban blend is great at keeping bacteria, algae and mold from sinking its teeth into your cartridges extending their lifespan and filtering quality. However, do not…
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7 Biggest Mistakes When Replacing a Pool Motor
I talk to thousands of customers each year about replacing their pool pump motors and the vast majority of our customers install the motors themselves without a hitch. However, occasionally we do encounter mistakes which are made when replacing your motor. So I decided to poll my fellow co-workers, manufacturers and vendors to come up…
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