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    Need advice on deck paint

    In the past i've always used the Olympic Patio Tones. They offer a variety of colors and i've been pretty satisfied with the results. I painted two decks about four years ago and they both look great to this day. Olympic makes pool paints as well so I feel like they know what is necessary for...
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    New Pentair Pump and Filter

    in my opinion WhisperFlo is the best on the market right now. It's very efficient and runs very quiet, you will not regret that purchase. When installing the pump be sure to put valves on each pipe (main drain, skimmers, vacuum lines) coming in for easier operations.
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    Difficult Start Up

    jsr, your starting in the deepest hole known to the pool world, no filtration with filthy water. You may consider contacting a swimming pool professional. It may be in your best interest to drain the pool and start from scratch. Provide us with sizing of the pool and well do our best you point...
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    Spa wall tile falling off

    +1 on that One reason that tile fall off for is the same reason you get cracks in your driveway when it freezes moisture gets behind the tile, freezes, expands and pushes it out. You can possibly lower the water level in your spa to a couple inches under the tile and see if that helps. But...
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    Teledyne Laars Heater starts but won't stay on

    Rick- Your LLD heater is an electronic ignition heater. Rather than having a standing pilot you have a hot surface ignitor. When you turn your center dial to pool or spa you send a signal to that heater to start checking all the safety. (pressure switch, flame roll out, high limits, timer...