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Hi folks - after going SWG last year; I am definitely noticing tons of concrete or paver dust in pool as well as coping and coping grout beginning to corrode. The coping are standard concrete bullnose pavers - and the grout I believe is standard mortar. I recall this from when the coping...

As part of my equipment pad upgrade last year I purchased a Pentair IntelliColor LED pool light to replace my aging Hayward ColorLogic (lasted 12 years until it started failing last week). The IntelliColor can be disassembled a bit and has rotatable lens for wide (side install) or narrow (end...

Moved from here. While I agree that drop based testing is the gold standard - we also should consider the fact that “smart pools” are here and automated testing is the next logical step. I have not had a chance to test this yet but likely going to try. Since I pay next to nothing for pool...

Hi - over the last few years, I began to notice a dark stain between the time and a foot or so down. It appears to be the plaster area which is exposed to air during winter but that may be pure coincidence. It also appears to be most of the at around pool but not on the opposite long edge. I...

Working with a friend to give them advice on new build - looking at 30k gallons. I have been communicating with respected builder and just get a "salesman" type of vibe - so a few things to run by forum: * Pump - he is firmly onboard with using Intelliflor SVRS - I explained these have been...

I purchased Intellicenter from Polytec (awesome experience by the way). Wifi I have mounted around 100 ft from Wifi AP. Signals are weak which I suppose is understandable; but I boosted power at both my AP and the Intellicenter. So I have two options - one is to add a long-range Wifi AP (I...

Upgraded entire equipment set to Pentair - overall very happy and will post pics once its cleaned up. Wired properly - one key is to ensure the SWG is powered ONLY when pump relay is engaged. So odd behavior yesterday - I was running filter overnight to get good cleaning and came out in morning...

Hi - I’ve been trying to find a reasonable layout based on new equipment and location of plumbing and connections. Seeking advice on best layout for equipment as plumbing challenges exist depending on where I locate. pics attached - 1) two way valves horizontal on each suction and returns line...

Hi - I ordered all new Pentair/Raypak from Polytec - phenomenal experience and they are incredibly helpful. Worked up plumbing plan - wanted to run it by the folks here. Intellicenter, IC60 SWG, IntelliFlo VSF, QUAD 100 Filter, Raypak 406A, Jandy NL Valves (2-way, 3-way, and Checks)...

Since I am dropping some coin on a complete overhaul of my equipment - and including some automation. I was hoping to add some water feature - one idea was to add some water jets near the pool which would shoot from a planting bed alongside the pool deck; since I am not going to be removing any...

Hi - I have a set of 17 year old equipment (single speed pump few years old); looking to go with Intellicenter or OmniLogic and could use some advice on making sure I get the right stuff. Pricing from pool companies is like 20k and I found the same hardware for around $8k so will DIY...

Hi - in process of complete equipment upgrade. Looking at following: Hayward TriStar 950 Variable Speed (VS) pump w SVRS, StaRite Modular Media 450sf cartridge filter, Raypak/Rheem 400,000 BTU propane heater with pressure valve, Jandy NeverLube valves for manifolds rebuild, Hayward ColorLogic...