Recent content by Chris_Porter

Thanks for the correction—much more precise.

-Does the salt cell need to be on? When the water's under 60°F, the salt cell isn’t really doing much, so you can turn it off and just use liquid chlorine to keep the levels right. -Is it okay to just add liquid chlorine in the winter? Yep, that works, but make sure to test the water regularly...

Drain and refill with softened water to lower CYA and CH. Fix the AquaPure, and use softened water for top-offs to avoid future CH buildup. The added salt won’t be an issue for the system.

Just keep an eye on it after heavy rain to make sure it doesn’t get too high.

Using tabs short-term is fine, but try to find unstabilized ones for a SW pool. If you’re using stabilized tabs, keep an eye on your CYA. What’s your current CYA level?

Since it’s been unused for a while, taking it to a local pool shop could help catch any issues, and make sure it’s good to go. Worst case, you might just need to invest in a new pool cleaner.

Your pump timer switch likely has a worn-out mechanism, faulty relay, or wiring issue causing it to fail turning off. Check the timer settings, clean or inspect the components, and replace the switch if necessary.

Personally, I think if you're considering equipment upgrades, it could be worth looking into saltwater systems.

If the salt’s only a little low and the SWG isn’t working right now, you can wait until spring. Just keep checking the salt level so you’re ready when it warms up.

Pool Math Recommended, an app that helps pool owners accurately calculate and track the chemical levels in their pool water. I think it's very helpful.

It's normal for new pebble finishes like Stonescapes Mini to shed small particles for a few months, especially during the curing period. The shedding should reduce over time. If it's still significant after a few months, it could be due to incomplete curing or improper compaction. If it...

Yes. That‘s true.

Saltwater pools are usually safe, but for someone with heart failure, it’s a good idea to check with their doctor first.

You’re on the right track with your SLAM. Not knowing your pH initially isn’t a big issue, but aim for 7.2-7.4 for optimal chlorine effectiveness. Your high FC and rising CC show the chlorine is working. With CYA at 70, keep FC between 28-35 ppm and continue scrubbing, vacuuming, and filtering...

Salt and chlorine pools are essentially the same, differing only in the method of chlorine delivery. Salt pools use a salt water cell to convert added salt into chlorine, while chlorine pools add chlorine directly. A well-balanced pool, whether salt or chlorine, poses no risk of damage.