Recent content by Kb91

Hi, All. My above ground pool is in need of a liner replacement. Does it matter if replacement happens before closing the pool? Or is it best to replace in the spring when opening?

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Thank you! Possibly dumb question... does the pump need to be off and hoses unplugged before the gauge is added?

Hi, All. Inherited my pool at the end of last summer and went through opening it for the first time earlier this Spring. (Had a heck of a time learning the ropes). Everything has been going pretty well this Spring, but I’m in the middle of my first slam this year for some cloudy water. My...

Hi, All. First time pool owner getting ready to winterize. I’ve searched Amazon, Home Depot, multiple local pool stores looking for the best winter cover options. Any recommendations for specific brands of winter covers? I’m in Houston, TX - so fairly mild winters in terms of snow and ice.

So I appear to be stuck again. Water is a slightly lighter green than it was before I drained some, but 5 days into the new slam and no improvement in color. Overview and recent logs below. I’m truly stumped. :( I only have one jet return. Could poor circulation be causing the algae to stick...

I drained a little more than half. Scrubbed the walls, skimmer (and jet outlet) with bleach, brushed and refilled. Also did a backwash before I drained. It’s already looking a little better - still green, though. I’m rebalancing the levels and will start another slam once those are set. I’ll...

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Online filter manual says It’s 150lbs of sand (not sure if that measurement is helpful or not). Once water has drained I’m going to open the filter and make sure there is enough sand - a little nervous about trying that without the manual - previous owner must have thrown it away. Drain has...

I’ll check on the refund. I’ve attached pictures of my equipment. Should I try draining still?