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The story: Hurricane Issac caused power in my neighborhood to go out at around 5PM Tuesday August 28th. During the hurricane the winds blew leaves debris and shingles in my pool. It is now September 7th. Due to many circumstances I have not been able to clean out the debris in the pool...

I just wanted to get some idea how long solar covers should last. The first one I had lasted two seasons before all the "bubbles" burst but I figured it was because I stored it outside in the elements the second season since it was on a reel. The solar cover I have now is a diamond pattern if...

Hi all, I am looking into getting a solar cover reel for my 12 x 24 AG. I'll probably mount it on one end just before it starts the curve and pivot it to sit on one side of the pool when not in use. The question is which brand/type? Looks like there are several out there in the under $200...

Hi all, Just opened pool and had to add CYA since I drained and refilled just before closing to find and patch a hole. I have the solid CYA in a sock bobbing in front of the return, enough to get the CYA level up to around 30 or so. A few questions How long should it take to dissolve...

Hi all, I have to drain my pool to patch a hole or if it's a split seam get the liner replaced (still under warranty). When that's fixed I'll refill and close the pool. The question is what should my chem levels be before closing. I know pool school says to get it to shock level and see...

Hi all, I've had my pool for about a month now and am in the process of converting to BBB. I have the TF100 test kit and my current numbers are... PH 7.6 I'm colorblind so this one is hard. TA 130 I've brought this down from 150 but I still have to lower it more. FC .5 I've been lazy with...