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My water level drops about 1/2 inch per day. Is that typical for evaporation or should I be looking for a leak?

I have a decent amount of water leaking from the top of my Jandy top mount multiport valve. Can anyone recommend a source for parts? I went to my local pool supply, but it was a total waste of time.

The Jandy multiport valve on my filter is leaking from somewhere around the top . Is this a common issue and are there rebuild kits available?

Do you prefer Soda Ash/ Washing soda or Borax to increase pH? Or is it matter of whichever one is cheaper?

Is it ok to vacuum a little dead algae and thrn backwash? Or should one always vacuum to waste?

I know that the TruClear has some type of flow rate sensor because it will only generate if above 20 gpm. Does anyone know if it is possible to get flow rate readings out of it? This would be a very beneficial feature to have.

Is it possible to use both the ipumpt01 and the JEP-R on the same VS pump? I really like the idea of the ipump01 for better customization. However, I do not like that you loose the ability to make manual manipulations without having a smart phone around.

Is there a strategy or preferred scheme of running your pump? I'm installing an Jandy iqpump01 today and will have the ability to fully customized run schedules. Until know, I've typically ran the pump late evening and into the night on low RPMs. Would there be advantages in running for...

....that is the question. I'm a third year pool owner. Our installer included a Polaris TR28P pressure side cleaner with Polaris PB4-6 booster pump. It does a decent at picking up debris, but lately it seems to want to get stuck at the base of a wall or fly around in the middle of the water...

A friend of our called me over to help with her SWG system. I posted about that problem in the appropriate forum. While there, she told me about another issue that I'm going to share here. Various plastic components in her pool is deteriorating at a really fast rate. She had gone through...

A church friend of ours asked me to take a look at her SWG. When she opened it up this season, the reading on the AquaRite panel was low she she began adding bags of salt. She ended up adding 18 bag and didn't get the reading to change much. So she stopped there and asked for help. When I...

Any advice on where to purchase the Jandy iqpump01 controller online? I'd rather stay away from Ebay.

Growing up, I watched my dad fight season after season with our swimming pool. Start ups were the worst... always removed the cover to find a swamp. So I was a little apprehensive after having our pool installed. I'm glad I found you guys! This is my second year opening up our pool. After...

I have a 24k SWG pool and am planning on opening this weekend. This is only my second opening. Do you recommend using liquid chlorine to get the FC up or let the SWG run at 100% until the level is reached? Speaking of recommended FC levels, would you adjust to get the recommended FC level or...

I've seen many youtube videos of DIY solar pool heaters using coils of black drip irrigation and water pumps. Have any of you had any success with these to actually increase water temps in spring to a comfortable swimming temperature? I'm in NW Ga.

Second year pool owner. Last year was a breeze with no problems what so ever. Last week was VBS at my church so didn't have the chance to go out to take a look at my pool's condition. Saturday morning, I go out to find that the pool was covered with mustard algae. I immediately brush it...

What is your strategy or schedule for running your VS pump? Do you run 24/7 at a lower rpm? How many turns do you shoot for in a 24 hr period? Do you run consecutively or on and off throughout the day? Our pool go finished up a couple weeks ago and I've just been running the pump...

First time pool owner here, but have been following the TFP forums for a year or so. Our new pool was filled with tap water two weeks ago. I tested the tap water before any chemicals were added and TA=200 & pH=7.5. After two weeks, my numbers look like this. Should I work to lower it or let...

Hi guys, Our newly constructed pool was filled last week and our pool builder added salt and chemicals on Saturday (6/06/20). He was supposed to come back Monday to go over how to maintain the pool, equipment, chemistry, etc. However, he hasn't come by yet. No problem though, I have my...

My dad is an electrician and is in the process of installing my equipment. My PB is no help at all. The question he has is this: does the the SWG have the built in ability to know when the pool pump is running ( ex. internal flow meter) or does it have to be wired in such a way as to not run...

Our pool builder is an old school guy and also doesn't do electrical hook ups. This is fine though because my dad is a licensed electrician. He is currently reading my equipment manuals but is having difficulty. WE are trying to determine how to ensure the SWG doesn't turn on when the VS pump...

My pool installer subs out his concrete work. His guy charges $4.50/SF labor and material for a basic finish (no stamping, color, etc). I have around 1,700 SF total that I need poured. Concrete around my area runs about $105/cubic yd... which backs into about $1.03/SF for my job with the...

Does anyone have any direct experience with the aqua extreme mesh cover? I like the fact that the mesh is very dense and almost solid like, but is porous enough to allow water to drain in. I am just curious if the 2X cost is worth it considering it only has a 15-year warranty wheras as most...

Hi guys, I am a soon to be pool owner (first time as an adult, grew up with one though). I've been following along in the forums and can see the benefit of the TF-100 kit. My question is this, is there anything else besides the kit that I should also order? I might as well get everything in...

Has anyone used the kitchen kits from the BBQcoach.com? If so, what are your thoughts?

Hi guys, I am a total newby when it comes to audio systems (even though I had my old Ford Ranger set up back in the day with a couple of Rockford Fosgate 12"s and a Punch 150!) Anyway, I was hoping you guys can help me with a setup. I am less concerned about brands at this point and mainly...

I have read to go at least 2x larger in size than you need and I understand the reason as to why. However, if I go with a variable speed pump and plan to run on low for extended periods, would the correctly sized SWG suffice?

Growing up in the 1990s, we had a pool. Dad had it on a timer. Pretty simple. I now hear about pool automation and such. Can I ask a really silly question? What kind of automation is everyone referring to?

We will be putting an inground pool in in a few weeks. We have a four-year-old and are concerned about him accidentally wandering off and falling into the pool. Can you guys give a good recommendation on an alarm? Also are they very reliable and do you get many false alarms?

My installer says that a variable speed pump will cost $800 more than the single speed. I dont know which specific models he is quoting. But I do know he uses Jandy only. Question is this, is there a decent ROI on the variable speed pump? My pool will be 18 x 36. I have seen a range of...