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    Pool loses about two inches of water. Big expense looming?

    Re: Pool loses about two inches of water. Big expense loomin Sorry. This is an in ground pool.
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    Pool loses about two inches of water. Big expense looming?

    So my pool loses about 2 inches of water when it's filled up to the recommended level so the skimmers can work properly. Once it loses about 2 inches I stop losing the water. I will be calling the pool companies this upcoming week but I wanted to get thoughts from the experts around here who...
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    So there is a skimmer/suction line @ the bottom of the pool?

    My pool is losing water due to some leak near the pool equipment. I told my pool guy to fix it but he hasn't dealt with the issue. Anyways, I have always been told to keep the water level at least half ways from the skimmers and I was wondering if it goes below to the point that no water is...
  4. J

    Can someone advise me on wire brushes?

    Great. The plaster on my pool must be close to 10 yrs. Will try the stainless wire brush for the bottom. Wasn't sure if I could do damage to the plaster.
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    Can someone advise me on wire brushes?

    Are they okay to use for inground pools with plaster? My pool is developing spots of dirt and some yellow algae on the floor of the pool that my brush I use for the walls cannot handle. I was wondering if a wire/metal brush would get the job done, or if it's even ok to use in the first place.
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    Do I need to drain my pool to install a drain cover?

    I just realized my pool does not have a drain cover. I did not realize the great importance of having the drain cover until I took the CPO class, and I want to get this fixed immediately. Thoughts on how to proceed with installing a drain cover(floor, not wall)?
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    Any seminars/ classes to teach how to start a pool company?

    I recently got my CPO certification and I am mastering my new skill set with my own pool. Once I feel confident in what I do I would like to start a pool company. I am fortunate to have the start up cost for a pool maintenance company and know the great importance of developing a business plan...
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    New to the forum.

    Hello all. New to this forum. I recently became CPO Certified. I am a home owner. 3 yrs owning an in ground pool. Currently have a Pool guy but I want to handle all maintenance of my pool. The CPO training helped a great deal and I look forward to interacting with others in this forum.