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    Pool fences and or alarms

    Hello all, I have a 2-year-old grandson that will be finally using our pool very soon. I am in search of a decent pool arm and fence. I have a 15 ' x 24' above-ground pool with outside steps to get in and a cake step inside to climb down into the pool (both connected with railings.) I was told...
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    gas, Pumps and solar covers OH MY

    Hello all. I had a gas heater years ago- and it died due to corrosion. We had the guts replaced and it happened again- because as stated I am not the best at chemistry and water balance. So it was costly- I am thinking about Pump heaters (not gas)- but that is also upfront very costly. So last...
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    Vacuuming at pool opening

    Hello all I am opening my pool today. I will brush the sides of the pool and fill the pool- etc. But when I vacuum using the old manual method- pole and vacuum head- I was told to keep the multivalve on the filter so I will not lose water. Then after vacuuming is complete- I should backwash the...
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    Opening my pool and want to do it real nice this time

    Hello all. We have a 15 x 24' above-ground pool in NY. I am not the greatest when it comes to balancing my water chemicals. I use a floating chlorinator with the chlorine tab in it. I occasionally use baking soda powder when needed by pouring the powder into a bucket adding water mixing then...
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    Solar blanket

    Moved from here. hello I have a 15'x24' above ground pool--- I am looking to buy a decent solar cover probably 12 mil thick. I also do not have the room for a reel to fit in my backyard configuration. So I am thinking about cutting my cover in half as well. So if you would not mind answering...