Recent content by ReluctantPoolBoy

Ouch! That's just what I feared!

Greetings TFPers! I need help! I am in and the water is way over my head...so to say.... The basic configuration of the pool is in my sig. It is approximately 7 years old. I determined I had a pool system leak when my water bill showed consecutive months of over 200,000 gallons used per month...

This has been a great discussion and very timely for me. I am going to purchase either a VF or VS this week. I was leaning toward a VF because I am not ready for the full automation package for my pool/spa; however, one of these days I want it all automated. After reading this thread, I'm now...

Greetings! I have been maintaining my target FC and a slightly lower than target pH. Just as John T. said, my TA is slowly dropping. It's now 180. Unfortunately, my CH is also dropping. It's now down to 100. I'm concerned about the low CH number. Is it time to add some calcium chloride? TEST...

I tested it twice for the same reason! :-)

Thanks for the super fast replies! I should have noted that I have been lowering the pH. It was 7.8. M I haven't added any liquid chlorine in several days as I have been trying to bring down the pH and didn't want to add both chemicals on the same day. I tested with my new TF-100 kit. I used...

Greetings, My pool water is crystal clear. I have the following: FC 3-5 pH 7.2 TA 230 CH 150 CYA 50 Should I be concerned about the high TA and/or low CH? Thanks! Mark

Hi Kelly! I'm a newbie here too. :-)

My pool cleaner is named Jason. Jason does a decent job but I think he complains too much. :-)

Thanks, Cobra! I am debating whether to call back or not considering that I never heard from them after they canceling last week. I'm definitely going to try Aqua in Manteca. Mark

I called Adams last week for an estimate and had one scheduled for Friday...but after 3 calls back on Friday with changed appointments times we cancelled. I haven't heard back from them today. I'd very much like to hear about your neighbor's experience, cobra46. Mark

Hi Butterfly! Thanks for the welcome! I think I have some before and after photos. I'll post some if I have them. Hi cobra46! I'll see if I can get down to Manteca to check out Aqua Pools in the next couple of weeks. I called Adams Pool Solutions earlier today to request a bid but haven't heard...

Thanks for the welcome frustratedpoolmom! And thanks for the welcomes and advice, 257WbyMag and simicrintz. :-) I already love the new filter. One noticeable difference in the system since installing the new filter is the increased suction and water flow. I am betting the old 150 sq. ft...

Greetings! I wish I had found this board last year! What a resource and great community! As a way of introducing myself to the community, here's a bit of info about me and my pool: Last year I purchased a repossessed house that had been vacated and not maintained for over 8 months. The pool...