Troubleshooting your Pump/Filter
A broken pump or damaged filter can cause the homeowner headaches. Prolonged damage can lead to a green pool. Click here to fix your equipment issues.
Pool Circulation Systems
Pool Water circulation systems are necessary to keep your water pool clean, comfortable, and algae-free. We discuss the key items to keep your water clean.
Pool Filter Comparison
Your pool's filter is a vital part of your equipment pad. We'll take a look at each type of filter and list the pro's and con's of each.
Pump Basics: a Swimming Pool Pump Guide
Which pool pump should I buy? Your swimming pool’s pump is responsible for moving water through your plumbing, filter, and any other features your pool may have. These features can include spa jets, waterfalls, in-floor cleaning systems, connected hot tubs, and heaters. When purchasing a pump, there are several choices you’ll have to consider for your pool’s specific needs.
Determine Pump Run Time
To figure out how many hours you need to run your pump, you need to know how fast your pump works. You can find this here.
Routine Pump/Filter Maintenance
A working Filter and pump are vital parts for your pool. Read our artiticle on how to clean your filter & other Pool Maintenance Tips.
Maintenance and Cleaning of Pool Filters
Maintaining your swimming pool filter system is important. Learn how to clean and maintain your pool filter at low cost & enjoy a Trouble Free Pool.
Salt Water Chlorine Generators
Salt Water Generators are designed to produce small amounts of chlorine continuously. This is perfect for day to day use and reduces work for the homeowner.
Water Balance for SWGs
Saltwater pools are becoming more and more popular. We discuss How salt generators work and water balance tips for SWGs to run them.
Pool Heaters Explained
What good is clear water if the water temperature is to cold to enjoy it? We've answered some questions and provided simple tips to understand pool heaters.
Automatic Pool Cleaners
Are you looking for the best above ground and in-ground automatic pool vacuum cleaners? Here are a few tips to your pools floor.
Suction Side Air Leaks
If you see air bubbles coming out of the return lines in your pool, you likely have a leak. Some signs that a suction side plumbing leak has occurred include:
Add DE to a Sand Filter
A clean pool filter will increase the efficiency of your pool! ... your filter are to backwash it, clean the manifolds and grids, and add new DE.
Swimming Pool Plumbing Repair
Fixing a leak in your pools plumbing is easier than it sounds. In this article we'll help you fix your leak using a saw and cheap pvc glue.
Further Reading
Although Pool School is designed to be a one stop resource for pool care information, there is simply no way to include every possible topic. Click here for more details on countless other pool related topics.