Recent content by SalsaStarr

I'd like to heat my pool and am leaning towards getting a gas heater. Solar is also an option in my area but the upfront cost for the system I want (tied into domestic hot water) is not in the budget this year. Our water seems to average low-mid 70s F with just a solar cover but I'd like it to...

Thanks everyone. Will do as suggested. I plan to do the OCLT tonight. If CC remains low (it has been almost undetectable so far) and FC loss is less than 1ppm I am assuming I no longer need to shock. At this point, do I just wait for FC levels to drop and assume it is safe to swim if levels...

Thanks for the response. I know we need to lower CYA, but we plan to re-plaster in about a month, so we are trying to hold out until then. . . That said, is it okay to drain and refill the pool at the same time one is shocking it? Any recommendations on what the FC level should be with CYA...

My sig didn't show up with the post, but here is the info about my pool: 11K gal IG gunite with Mytilus catridge filter MY-100.

I am a new pool owner, taking care of the pool for 2.5 weeks now. I have been adjusting the chemistry based on information found on this site (thanks!). I am using the Taylor K2006 and TF-100 to check levels. My initial numbers: 7/22: FC 19, CC 0, TC 19, pH 7.7, T/A 130, CH 500, CYA > 100...