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I have a small 150g hot tub (pH 7.2, TA 90, CYA 45), recently changed the water (and used ahh-some), water looks and smells sparkly clean, but my FC is already stuck at ZERO while my Total Chlorine is off the charts high (10+). It was my understanding that I need to just "shock" the water by...

I've been using a Kreepy Krauly with a leaf basket + skimmer sock combo (to save my main filter from all the dirt/sand), and it works semi ok, but it's always a pain to get the suction dial just right (the thing would constantly get stuck or just stop moving for no reason). Today, my Kreepy...

Are there any garden hose filters that work well for refilling pools? In particular ones that can keep CH as low as possible? This is the only one I could find that claims it will soften the water... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B085ZC5PYJ/ But it doesn't say how many gallons it will filter, so I...

I have high CYA (300+) in my pool (13,000g) from the last year of using dichlor (didn't have easy access to liquid chlorine). My PH is ok but it's becoming difficult to lower my TA (200+) and my chlorine (using liquid now) doesn't seem to last long. I would like to do a partial drain/refill...

I’ve read the “Spa & Hot Tub Maintenance A Basic Guide” guide, but still have a few questions… I have a single person 150g indoor hot tub (w/ ionizer). I will be the only bather. The goal is to use the bare minimum amount of chlorine, since I'd like to use it for daily therapy. Given the...

Looking at getting a small hydrotherapy tub (150gal), and while I know that all hot tubs require SOME chlorine, I’ve heard that a UV system can reduce the amount of chlorine required by half (which is huge if you’re sitting in/inhaling this water for hours). I would hope that with regular water...

Little confused on the whole partial drain procedure (trying to lower Calcium Hardness and CYA in a fiberglass pool). Couple questions... 1.) Since we don't have any storm drains here, I'm hoping I can use a slow pump and drain the water onto my garden/lawn? If it's a hot day, and the chlorine...

I recently ordered a 50lb tub of 70% Calcium Hypochlorite from Amazon, thinking it would save me trips to the store to get liquid bleach (I had been using generic unscented bleach from the grocery store). However, the stuff seems to leave a brown dirt/silt in the bottom of my pool, and doesn't...

I’ve had a Dolphin Active20 for 3 years with no problems, but a few months ago I started noticing grey scuff marks on the sides of my pool (fiberglass). I’ve inspected the (also grey) treads/scrubbers, and they all seem to be intact (no rough/exposed plastic). I’m not sure what’s causing the...

I discovered TFP when I started taking care of my pool years ago, and you guys said it was safe to use bleach from the grocery store (regular sodium hypochlorite, non scented, non splashless) for balancing the chlorine levels. Been using it for years, and it seems to be working fine. Today at...

Just got a new Inteliflo VSF pump yesterday, and I'm looking to figure out the best schedule to run (don't think the program the guy setup is optimal). I did a bit of research, and it seems like you want to run briefly at a high speed (to build a current), then dial it back down to the lower...

FINALLY ready to pull the trigger on a variable speed pump! Just wanted to confirm that I am ordering the right one/that the install will go smoothly. Here is the new pump I am looking to buy (unless somebody has a better recommendation)...

A year ago I noticed some little brown spots (half a penny size) at the bottom corner of my deep end (assuming they are rust?). I have been keeping the chemical balance perfect these last several months (chlorine, ph, etc...), and haven't noticed any new spots, until today. There is one new spot...

I want to upgrade my current (crappy) MagneTek 208-230v 3450rpm 3HP pump. It's loud as heck and not doing anything good for the electric bill. I'm looking for something that will be quiet, and save me some money in the long run (hopefully the payback will be less than 2 years?). Any...

Any good place to get muriatic acid online? Amazon has some but seems kinda pricey (and it doesn't say what the % is)... https://www.amazon.com/CERTOL-INTERNATIONAL-USA-128-1-Replacement/dp/B000KKQ8LA/ref=sr_1_1_s_it?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1497049397&sr=1-1&keywords=muriatic+acid *and how often...

I recently purchased an Aquabot s2 40, and I quickly realized I need something that can scrub/agitate the floor in order to pickup the fine dirt. I also get a thin layer of dirt on my walls, so something that can scrub the walls would be great too. Budget is around 500ish (maybe more? assuming...

I would like to keep the PSU for my aquabot near my house (in a shed), but that means the cord to the bot itself is a little short. Is there anyway to extend this power cable? Imgur: The most awesome images on the Internet Imgur: The most awesome images on the Internet *obviously the...

Trying to decide if I should go with a self contained robot VS the auto cleaners that plug into your filter/skimmer. Can anyone help list the pros/cons of both? Maybe some model recommendations too (budget is around 300-400). My main concern with the auto cleaners - how hard is it to...

Seriously considering getting an Aquabot Pool Rover s2 40... Amazon.com : POOL ROVER S2 40, US, JET, 115VAC/48VDC, BLUE : Swimming Pool Robotic Cleaners : Patio, Lawn Garden The price seems reasonable, and my pool is a simple rectangle shape (13x28). I know it wont do the stairs, but if it...

Recently got a new place with a pool (13x28 fiber glass, so how many gallons?). It had been drained, but it's been holding water for a couple months now. Had to do a lot of scrubbing, but aside from a subtle stain at the deep end (where water had been pooling), it looks pretty good! Was paying...