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I found a good company to resurface my pool (hallelujah!). They referred me to an equipment company and I am waiting on a bid to upgrade my light niches to the modern size and add new fixtures and LED lights. I don’t trust the equipment company at all (based on them telling me how great and...

I am resurfacing pool so decided to upgrade old swimquip niches, convert lights to 12v and add new fixtures The Pool builder LOVES intellibrite "never had a problem" and "you will never have to replace them" I told him I wanted something with a replaceable bulb, like this PureColors LED Bulb &...

I need a new Dolphin! My beloved M4 died after 5 years of service. The Quantum on Amazon looks brilliant but Epic pool supply (where I got my M4) sells older models. Z5, pro models, etc. I think I also saw some mixed comments on this topic. Any reason not to get the Quantum?!

Hi should I glue them in? I keep pulling them up to be even with the deck and then they move down.

I am considering doing this. Can't believe how much time, money and hassle has gone into this old pool. It must be cursed or haunted. Arghhh. /rant over :)

Can't get then unclogged. What's the next step?

I can't get rid of this stain by shocking the pool. Any suggestions on what to do?

Hello: Here are some pics of tree damage. We removed the oak three years ago, but found this mess when starting a small deck project that has now turned into a full remodel. The concrete crew helping me with the demo and rebuild are AMAZING . They can do anything, but unlike most pool...

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Doing demo for our new deck and we exposed a hairline crack in the coping. Doh! It's the only crack in the entire coping and I don't have the budget to replace it right now. I'd like to put something on this crack to help the concrete stay put. I can wiggle the area with my finger, so it...

Hello, I am looking at re-painting my concrete deck with H&C concrete stain. Do you know of any issues with the salt water and concrete stain? Thanks, David

Post here or send me a message If you are interested in an Austin Texas sub-forum and/or possible meetup group. I am constantly upgrading/troubleshooting my old pool and it has been a challenge navigating the world of local pool professionals. It would be helpful to meet some local pool...

We are looking for pavers to install over our very old and cracked stamped concrete deck. I was looking at Belgard but another thread said they were rough on the feet. :scratch: Any of you guys installed pavers and really like them? It is a salt pool - so no stone -

It's about time that I posted about this company. They installed a new skimmer on my pool two years ago. The part where the skimmer touches the pool has been leaking constantly. I have a report from a leak detection company that says the skimmer was not correctly installed (not properly...

(the following takes place over the past two years). 1. purchased a house with an approx 20 year old pool 2. It had a big tree next to the pool 3. The skimmer and deck under the tree was cracking 4. Tree had to be removed (Blew dirt in the pool, looked like a swamp, water had to be replaced)...

Did you install your pool pump? Was it a big job? I need to replace my noisy old single speed. I am thinking about ordering online and installing a Pentair Intelliflo. I have a great plumber friend who can help plumb the lines. I can figure out the electrical (or have my electrician do it...

OK, so I hired a company to install my SWG. They plumbed it in after the pump before the filter. My pool cleaner says the SWG should have been installed after the filter. :grrrr: Who is correct? Thanks David

I am having SWG installed tomorrow...but I have time to install the salt and stabilizer today. Is it ok if do that now? Thanks, :cheers: David

Where did you buy yours? I can only find one place online. Thanks, David

I read the posts on the Dolphin Premier and still do not know where to buy one except for one random website. Also - the difference between the models is confusing..... :shock: Let's try to keep it simple: What model do you have? Where did you buy it? Thanks, David

Hey guys, My pool builder wants to install a Hawyard Aquarite 40K. This is what he wrote me: " if you wish to purchase a salt chlorinator online, by all means, please do so. We purchase our products through our local distributors this way we know exactly what we're getting and we're sure...

Hello - I can't figure out how to backwash my filter. It has a valve with a large handle that can be pressed and turned. There appears to be a pipe going into the ground for the "waste" option. There is a sight glass. I can't find a backwash hose or a waste valve - not sure what that is. Is this...

Should I get the 40,000 gallon cell for a 24,000 gallon pool? I think I read to get the biggest cell you can afford. Is this the way to go? Thanks! David

I think I got it under control: :whoot: PH = 7.2 FC = 8 CC = 0 TA = 100 CYA = 40 Thanks all for the help!

Hey guys - Anyone know a good Austin Texas sub or builder you would recommend to replace a skimmer in my gunite pool and patch up a concrete deck?? I think its usually plaster guys that do this type of work. Thanks, David

Another newbie question: How do I clean the bottom of the pool? Been brushing and leaf skimming but there are now a bunch of leaves on the bottom of the pool. My deep end is also around 8 feet deep. Thanks! David

Another "newbie" question - What do you do with the mixed chems after testing levels? Do you dump the liquid into the pool? Throw it down the sewer drain? Mix yourself a cocktail (no!) :cheers: Thanks, David

Hello: I a new pool owner trying to get things under control. The pool was filled 10 days ago. The pool store recommended 5 x 2" pucks in a floater and 2 x 2" pucks in the skimmer (I know - no more tabs) and the pool service company did the chemicals a few days ago and said I could "shock" with...

Hello all: I am a first time pool owner - VERY happy to have found this forum. I ordered my test kit, am reading in pool school, and getting my signature ready so I can ask ya'll questions when I get some test number ..but I have no facts on the size of the pool. It came with the house I...