Recent content by rendx

Thanks. Guess I'll just backwash a little longer next time.

Thanks guys. At the beginning of the year, I had a CYA of 0. I had to put a bunch of stabilizer in to get it where it is. What's the easiest way to reduce the CYA down to 70/80?

Hi All, I've been taking my water to get tested monthly at the local reputable pool store. They use the BioGuard testing equipment for it. The problem I'm having is that the results for store vs the test kit are off in a few areas. Just wondering what I should be following. I really only...

Some great discussion here! I think what I'm hearing is that automation is great for dynamic scheduling of pool equipment, and works even better since you have more granular control if it's of the same brand (using the RS485 data cable)? So even though the equipment isn't the same in my case...

Thanks for the replies everyone. Definitely informative. @chiefwej thanks for the link. Will take a look at what you've put together. @jimmythegreek I'll take a look at that. I'd have to talk to my PB about modifying all that equipment, and with about 2-3 weeks left of the build, not sure...

Thanks for all the replies everyone! I didn't know that automation systems for pools were so kludgy. @Jim, thanks for all of the information. I guess if I go the route of automation, I've got to re-visit all of the equipment. Problem is, mixing and matching is great for getting the best of...

Hi All! First time pool owner and pool is being built right now, so I'm pretty excited! I've been thinking about automation for the pool. There's no spa or water features (pool is 30x16 with L shaped entry stairs with 2 swim jets). The PB is installing the following equipment into a cabana...