Recent content by lmj01texas

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    Texas pool

    We live in East Texas about midway between Dallas and Houston. We rarely have freezing temperatures. What do you recommend for closing? I have been reading posts about leaving the cover off, running the pump for an hour a day, etc., but I am unsure. In the past I have always done the full cover...
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    I'M Frustrated Algae comes back no matter what

    I was having a huge algae problem (imagine thick pea green soup). I followed the instructions in the sticky on algae and now have crystal-clear water. It is the clearest it has ever been! I have had pools for 12 years and it is only after reading the information on this website that I understand...
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    Intex SWG

    First, the info in this Forum has been excellent! I have learned so much. I have ordered an Intex SWG which should arrive this week. The pictures of setups have been so helpful. My sand filter has a top mount Multiport valve with all the plumbing up high which connects straight across to the...