I probably not doing things right
I’ve been using the BBB method on my 15k gal pool for 10 months now, and all my tests ever tell me is that I need bleach, and about one a week or two muriatic acid to lower the PH. Am using the TF test kit and my average readings are:
PH: 7.5
TA: 112
CH: 490
CYA: 46
1. Is that normal that I have never needed Borax or Baking soda?
2. Is it normal that I need to lower my PH every week or two?
3. I probably don’t maintain religiously my TC level—it’s usually 1 or .5 when I test and bring up every couple of days. Does that explain anything?
4. Does it also explain why every few weeks I see algae build up (which I brush off but don't add any algecide)?
5. Is there a better/less costly way to lower PH than muriatic acid from HomeDepot?
6. When should TA, CH & CYA levels be of great concern?
Thx for your help
Peter
I’ve been using the BBB method on my 15k gal pool for 10 months now, and all my tests ever tell me is that I need bleach, and about one a week or two muriatic acid to lower the PH. Am using the TF test kit and my average readings are:
PH: 7.5
TA: 112
CH: 490
CYA: 46
1. Is that normal that I have never needed Borax or Baking soda?
2. Is it normal that I need to lower my PH every week or two?
3. I probably don’t maintain religiously my TC level—it’s usually 1 or .5 when I test and bring up every couple of days. Does that explain anything?
4. Does it also explain why every few weeks I see algae build up (which I brush off but don't add any algecide)?
5. Is there a better/less costly way to lower PH than muriatic acid from HomeDepot?
6. When should TA, CH & CYA levels be of great concern?
Thx for your help
Peter