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Hello, I like to ask a question about Auto Pool Covers? I assume the cover is made of vinyl material. Can anyone tell me how thick/Oz it is made of? I am thinking of doing a DIY project to jerry rig several vinyl tarps to cover my pool when not in use. Also, what are your thoughts of using...

Trying to blow out a dedicated vacuum line that's hooked up to a Polaris booster pump. The booster pump takes in water from the return line and returns it via a line to the side of the pool where I would hook up the vacuum. I believe they call it pressure side vacuum (?). I'm using a 3 hp...

What is the best way to get rid of flies when BBQ'ing? When eatting outside they come by the dozen. Mind you we don't have food lying around before the BBQ. No vegetation, just grass and privacy evergreens. Have people tried the fly magnet -fly traps (where they get trapped in a container)...

This is from a Raypak heater. Its a 3/4 NPT plug for a PRV installation. I can't seem to find a tool online to purchase so I can remove it install a pressure relief valve. All I know is the tool has to fit exactly to remove it. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

We just installed a Raypak heater. 400 btu . The current pool water temperature is around 75-78 degree. When the Raypak is turned on (but nor firing up) it reads 75 degree. When I turn on the heater mode to pool/spa and set the pool temp to 85 degree the heater turns on. A spark reading...

Just came back from vacation and found out my pump is not working. It won't turn on. Checked if there is power to the pump and there is. No loose wires. Nothing to do with the manual timer/trippers. Is there anything else to check to determine what's going on? Its not more than 6 years old...

Hopefully I've posted this in the correct category. I am planning on adding a gas heater after my electric heat pump and have the return from the gas pump hook up right after the electric heat pump's outflow. I've drawn out what I think the plumbing should look like. See attached picture of...

I'm looking(hoping) to add a gas heater to my pool. I'm in middle NJ and I've been getting quotes to do this and the prices are astronomical. The quotes I'm getting is between 6k and 9.5k to hook to the meter and heater, materials, and run the line. This does not include hooking up the lines...

Hello, Have anyone recently purchased a gas heater (400k btu) online? If so can you share where? Also can you recommend a brand/model too. Not looking for the newest and latest with gadgets. Just a work horse to get the job done. Thank you so much,

I had some coping work done and the contractor removed the existing "foam" like filler that was between the coping and deck. When the coping contractor was done they did not replace it and now it's up to me to deal with it. What are my options now that the foam is no longer there. Do I put...

I was given a free Taylor Kit 2006 which was great because I'm running low on my agents from my TFP kit. I was wondering if there is an explanation of why there's a difference in the results or maybe my TFP kit agents have expired. When testing TA I got the following results. TFP - 70 Tay - 90...

My neighbor tested my water for phosphates and it was at 2000. However, all my other numbers are good and in line with TFP and my water is clear. I understand that phosphates is a non-issue as long as my CL & CYA are good but I think my levels are getting too high. I'm afraid one day if my CL...

Hello, I'm using the taylor 1766 salt test kit with a speed stir. 1.) Is the final salt level reading the first time it turns salmon-like-color and stays that color if I don't add another drop? 2.) Or when I add another drop it turns to a slightly darker salmon color and stays that color even...

Pool was installed last year in June. On the wall in the deep end (closer to the pool floor) there is a rust stain. It appears to be maybe a rebar tie fastener is slightly poking out and causing a rust stain. I have informed the PB to see what they plan on doing since I assume its under...

Our pool was newly built last year. When we opened up the pool 2 days ago I found lots of these crystals. I just ordered some Muriatic Acid from Home Depot so I haven't picked it up yet. Is the best method to get rid of this an acid wash of some kind. Does a professional have to come in...

I was wondering if anyone have any ideas how to get rid of the water under the pump. My pump isn't able to remove all the water accumulated under it.

Hello, I'm having trouble with my Sodium Chloride (salt water) test. K1766. After the R630 drop it turns yellow. Fine. However I'm unable to reach a "red" salmon color. It turns and stays thick milky white with clumps. I've went up to 35 drops of the reagent. At the pool store they tell...

To make a long story short. Tomorrow PB will be plastering after a few delays due to surface cracks which they fixed. To fix these cracks they added hydraulic cement on Monday. All seemed well until it rained yesterday. Today I went to check on it and noticed it didn't look as...

I thought I try to ask this question here since most of you have such great insight with all things back yard besides pools. I'm looking to change out my old sprinklers heads (came with the house) with new models that can spray from 40-50 to 360 angles. Right now mine go 360 degree and that's...

Yesterday I took a look at the lights my PB provided me. (Light have not been installed yet.) The lights in the box says for "Fresh Water Use Only". We have a Salt Water Pool. Will this be a problem? I spoke to my PB and they say it is fine. I called Haywood and the lady on the line told...

Last Monday's weather called for rain in the afternoon. PB's Gunite contractor came early in the morning (7 AM) and shot the Gunite. Once finished (around 2 pm) they put plastic sheets over it. It started raining an hour later and it rained through the night to early next morning. Yesterday...

Hi, Can anyone recommend or refer a website or company where I can order an Aquacal Pool Heater SQ225. I wanted to upgrade my heater from the 145 to the 225. I felt my PB was asking too much for one on top of the labor costs. So I went online and found cheaper prices. I figure I can just...

Contracts are signed and we are just waiting for permits to be approved. We are looking/hoping to start later this month or early Oct Will be starting this year and finishing next Spring. Our pool stats from PB: 23' X 48' Freeform Gunite (35,000 Gallons) 3'6" to 8' DEEP Jandy Cartridge Filter...

Hi Everyone, Can anyone suggest a good website or chain store to buy several lamp post lights for around the pool patio area? I've been looking at Home Depot but didn't find anything I like. Or,... if you have suggestions other than a lamp post lighting that you use I would love to hear about...

Hi At this juncture we have picked out our PB and choosing layouts. We opted to build a sun shelf (12 inches) approximately 90 sq ft +/-. I like to ask people's experiences with adding a hole/sleeve for an umbrella. PB advised instead of installing a sleeve we should just use a cantilever...

I am finalizing the equipment for my pool with a new PB. (My last PB didn't work out.) We have been going back and forth on the equipment. My pool builder is recommending the following Jandy pool filter. CV340 cartridge filter However should I spring the extra $ and get the Jandy CV460...

Hi everyone, I'm currently working with my PB. Plain plaster included in price for pool. Diamond Brite will add another $3500 to the pool. Pebble Technology will add $10,000 to the pool. (30 year warranty) First,... Pebble Tech is out for me. Costs too much initially and can't afford to...

First let me say hello to everyone and I like to say this is a great an informative forum. I live in Monmouth County (Marlboro) NJ. My wife recently agreed on us getting a pool. We have 2 kids. We are in the final stages of hiring a pool contractor. So any advice on installing and with the...