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TFP, I live in Massachusetts and faithfully close my pool per TFP directions every year. I need to winterize by blowing out pipes/antifreeze/drain pump etc. so I do not get freeze up in pipes. This means I cannot run my SWG year round and, due to pool water freeze-over, I cannot shock during...

I Cannot log on to Pool Math App-Apple iPhone 7. I can log on here. I tried changing my password. No dice. Tells me "Sign-in Failed Something went wrong signing in, please try again" Tried for over an hour...

All, Looking to buy a solar cover reel that is good quality without breaking the bank. One that can be reeled and unfurled by one person. probably a 10-12mil cover 18'x36 inground pool. Would like to stay under $500 Thanks

All, I live in New England and am looking at purchasing a solar cover to keep in heat gained during the day. The sun is on my pool from @8:30 until about 4 pm. Questions: *Is thicker better (more heat or heat retention) other than the warranty or longevity? *Anyone in New England with a...

All, Looking for websites, Instructions, how-tos on how to prep and pour your own pool deck. I currently have a lousy condition on 3 sides of the pool and would like to start next season on pouring a good deck. Thanks

I have an existing IGP that is fully bonded to code including the ladder. I do not however have the handrail to the stairs installed. I would have to drill into the concrete to install this but due to the concrete, I would not be able to ground/bond it. What would this mean if I installed it...

All, Has anyone had any luck with any type of solar heater in N.E? I have 40k gal I/G with very good sun. What type of temp increases do you see? What is the cost of your unit? Thanks

As the title suggests I am looking for suggstions on an inexpensive reusable "Sock" for dissolving cya in my skimmer basket. I used old (yes, clean) sport socks last year but I am looking for something more durable and permanent. Thanks In Advance.

Asking for my Mother-In-Law. She has a gunite I/G that is currently Bromine and she wants to go to SWG. Is this possible without draining all the water? What other complications might she face? Heard that the pool bottom may lift if drained. Thanks

All, I blew out all returns and plugged them-no problem. With the skimmers I sucked out as much water as I could with a vac, blew more water from the pipes into the skimmer, sucked out more (rinse repeat) until I could no longer get water to blow into the skimmer any more. I then dumped some...

All, I live in Massachusetts and I am closing my I/G for the 1st time. With my Sta-rite cartridge filter, I have cleaned the filters, drained the water etc etc. Do I fully clamp the filter lid and store it like that for the winter or do I just snug down the clamps to keep out mice and not...

All, I have 3 vinyl stairs into my I/G pool that are a bit slippery. I will need to install and bond a railing next year but I was wondering if anyone knew of a product to put on them (completely submerged) to increase traction. Regards,

All, I have been having problems over the last month keeping my fc at or around 5ppm. I shocked the pool last week in respose to my similar post to this as some suggested I may be fighting an alge bloom. I currently have my (oversized) SWG to 70% while running my pump ~8 hrs. a day and continue...

I have my swg set at 50% and it runs for 8 hrs/day. I cannot seem to keep fc in the pool. CYA---60 (a little low but should be OK) pH----7.5 CC---0 Last week I was on vacation and when I got back my fc was 1 and cc was.5 I tried to get my fc back up but have not had much luck. Yesterday...

I have read in Pool School that CYA may not show up in testing until a week or so after adding. Is this only if you slowly dump it into the skimmer allowing it to dissolve in the filter or is it true even if you dissolve it with the skimmer sock method? Thanks

All, I am almost done with my complete pool rennovation. One of the last things I need to do is to install my S.S. handrail at my 6' wide stairs. Here is the issue: There are no holes in the concrete to recieve the two end pipes. Can I.... #1 Simply drill the holes at the correct location and...

Last fall I got the older IG pool in my yard rennovated/rebuilt. New liner, new pipes, new skimmers, added lights blah blah. Found out this spring that the bond wire (which checked out fine before work started) was cut when the pool company was digging for the pipe replacement. They denied it...

Thanks to all on this site, especially jason, who have allowed a complete pool rookie like my self to have my pool up, running, and chemically correct in only 3 weeks. This past weekend the water was 76degrees, clear and clean. My freinds and family swam Saturday, Sunday and Monday and had a...

I was given a very nice handrail for my wide stairs going into my pool. Will I need to drill 2 holes about 3" in diameter into the concrete to install this or does anyone make a baseplate that would allow mw to drill 4 small holes and install threaded anchors for a base plate instead? Thanks

Tested my water again last night trying to prep the pool for the upcoming long weekend. FC=14 (28 drops of reagent) CC=.5 (possibly less) TA=150 CYA holding steady at 75 pH 7.5 I am new so please bear with me. I bought my SWG oversize to reduce wear and tear but I am only running it at 20% for...

#1............. Better to run my SWG during sunshine or dark. (Pool School says run during day many posts say run pump at night-must run pump to run SWG??) #2............Free Chlorine Level many say to run about 3-5ppm for my type of pool and SWG-Pool calculator says 4-11. Clarification and...

All, I have read all the Pool School articles and tried my best to understand how to test for FC only, but I am having difficulty. I use my TF100 kit with the blue box inside. It has the 2 chambers for Ch and ph. I follow the directions and get an Orange color in my Ch. -Is this measuring FC or...

Here is the ad: Aquabot robotic pool cleaner. Works fantastic! Just drop it in and this vacuum does all the scrubbing and picking up of everything. Used four seasons, bought new for $1000.00. Moving and no longer need this. Local cash sale only. $300.00 Anyone know anything about these? Do...

All, I have had very little time to work on my pool this week and it has been raining non stop. I have been running my pump for about 4 days 24 hrs with the SWG on 70% to ensure that any alge will not come back and I would have to start all over again with shock etc. Last night I FINALLY got to...

I bought my TF100 Test Kit last week. I then saw the Trouble Free Pool Supporter link an dclicked on it. I saw that TFTestkits will give $10 off a TF100 kit if you are a supporter. I thought I was too late but joined TFP supporters anyway as this site has already saved me hundreds of $$$ and...

Jason, As you can see I have a SWG in 26+k pool. According to the articles on this site and the pool calc. My CYA should be somwhere in the 75 range. Am I reading this correctly? Why so high? I understand these reasons (from Pool School) "Second adjust CYA to between 70 and 80. The biggest...

Yesterday I finally was able to spend some time on my new pool. Full vaccum Brushed walls Cleaned filter Added salt (600 lbs. to start) Began SWG Programming (clock etc) Restart pump After I vacuumed the water seemed to get cloudy. I am fairly certain this was before I disassembled the filter...

All, Is it just me or do any other Savi Melody Pool Light owners have difficulty changing modes using the "on/off" switch method. I am not a stupid person, but I cannot what they are trying to tell me on that instruction card. Any step by step instruction help would be greatly appreciated.

Here is my list I will post in the shed so I can open/close on my own.....All opinions and correction suggestions welcome. Pool Shutdown Instructions: 1) Drain Pool To 1 Foot Below Skimmers 2) Shut Of All Power To All Equipment 3) Open Bottom Drain Valve At Back Of Filter To Outside Until Empty...

Is there a quicker way to dissolve CYA into the water? I am currently trying the 'sock' in each skimmer basket method. I need to add like 13 lbs and I think this may take until fall. :x Thanks