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I had my Pentair Screenlogic system set up last summer when I had my pool remodeled. The pool builder demonstrated the remote connect capability through the app, which is pretty cool, but the default password of "1234" is incredibly insecure for something accessible from the World Wide Web. As...

I'm looking for someone knowledgeable about pool construction to chime in here. I know a bit, and I'm fairly confident I know the answer here, but I just want some reassurance from someone who actually knows.... Could this buried concrete be related to my pool at all? It's a few feet behind my...

So my remodel was completed 3 weeks ago, and we've been enjoying our newly finished pool. However, I noticed almost right away that there was no noticeable suction at the main drains. I thought, well, maybe I just can't feel anything with the new anti-entrapment covers on them. I tried putting...

My remodel was finished, and my pool filled today. I finally turned on the EasyTouch Panel and started trying to configure things - I didn't want to try anything out before and risk turning the pump on accidentally while it was empty. However, I cannot figure out ANYTHING on this panel! I...

I'm working on getting the soil ready to plant several tropical plants in the area when it's not so hot. The grass behind the concrete, against the wall, is going to get ripped out. But, what should I do with this giant concrete slab? I'm thinking some kind of shade structure, maybe a pergola...

My pool remodel is nearing completion. I have one thing coming in the mail tomorrow, and then we'll be able to get plaster/pebble installed within the next week or so (working around the holiday). The pool builder has said he'll leave startup up to me. I'll fill the pool and balance chemicals...

I just got off the phone with my pool builder about starting on my remodel. They want to come by to sign the contract tomorrow, but I told them I'd never gotten an estimate for a waterfall/waterslide combo, made of concrete, like I'd discussed with the owner of the company. I asked if she had...

I have 1/2" PVC running from my house to my pool's auto filler. There is a vacuum breaker in-line in the PVC upstream from the valve (a regular PVC ball valve) to shut off the auto-fill. From reading online, it sounds like an AVB should not be subjected to constant pressure. Recently the breaker...

I'm planning to start some renovations on my pool, and wanted to get input from the community (especially on price ranges) if anyone has had similar work done before. It would also be nice to know what to expect or if there's anything I should watch out for. I had the pool builder come out last...

I'm contemplating doing a moderate pool remodel soon (depending on estimates about a repair I may need). I'd love to see any custom features, water features, slides, bars, kitchens, etc., or any other cool designs or colors you all have in your pools. I'm looking for inspiration and ideas to...

This has been present since I bought the house in 2016, stains and all. There's about 1/4" or less of metal (I'm guessing rebar?) coming through a couple spots in my pool wall. Up until now I've just ignored it since it doesn't seem to really cause any problems. However, I'm getting tired of the...

I'm thinking about converting to salt water this year. I'm just starting out in researching SWGs, so I don't know much yet. I do know I absolutely despise buying liquid chlorine and never want to do it again. The two things I'm looking for are: 1. Brand and model recommendations 2. Trustworthy...

I'm looking for suggestions or options for shading my pool in the summer. In the Arizona heat, it gets uncomfortably warm (90+) in July or August. I have a "play pool" style pool, and it has little caps in the deck on either side of the deep part. I assume these are for posts for a volleyball...

Hello all, I'm somewhat new to owning a pool. This upcoming summer will be my second with my pool. I bought the house in late 2016 and the previous owner told me the only thing he ever put in the pool was chlorine tabs, and it was always perfectly clean. This worked well for me for several...