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Does it make sense to cover my pool in AZ to reduce chlorine loss by sunlight and reduce algae? I also read that covering the pool increases water temp and promotes algae growth. If I am not missing something, I plan to get a large tarp and put it over the pool with some ropes to tie it down.

I am in Phoenix, AZ. And my yard and my neighbor's yard have tall trees that shed leaves in summer like crazy. It will fully clog up my skimmer overnight and I had one pump died partially because of it. I am looking for DIY options for covering that can catch leaves. I looked up...

I have a Hayward navigator auto cleaner. Recently I noticed it was not moving as well. The pump flow was good. When I lifted the robot, I can see and feel the gears turning and the legs move. I replace the shoes and wings. Still no improvement. I noticed the pod body had some cracks...

Hi All, I have a few issues with my pump systems 1. Strainer basket lose prime after I start up the motor pump within 10min. 2. No pressure increase in the filter gauge. 3. When I feel the side wall intake for the pool bottom vacuum cleaner, the suction is uneven, sometimes I feel water flowing...

Not sure if pump timer fall in this forum... I have a intermatic pool timer not triggering my pump. It happened after the screws came loose and the timer fell off the wall and was facing down. I can manually turn on the pump with the switch, so not the pump connections. I can hear and feel...

I have an inground pool in AZ that we do not plan to use this year. What actions could I take to minimize the maintenance cost? Pool size is 14x30.

My problem started when my backwash hose broke during backwash and the pump/motor got wet and shut off. Now I need to determine how much of the pump/motor can I save and if I can fix any part. The motor is 1HP Emerson EST1102, attached to hayward SP3007 pump body. I have reset the circuit...

Hi, I'm looking into getting a pool cover to reduce the amount of leaves that fall into my pool. Should I be thinking of mesh or solid type? And recommended styles or DIY guides? Thank you.

Hi guys, Moved to a house with pool and was using the chlorine tabs. Saw the BBB method and wanted to know if any members here from the Phoenix AZ east valley have a recommended pool supply store that they found good quality and good price? Thanks a lot.

Hi guys Winter is coming and I am seeing people closing the pool to prevent freeze damage. I have a chlorine pool, and I am wondering if I can add salt to lower the freezing temperature of the water and prevent freeze damage? What drawbacks are there if I have many salt in my pool? Thank you,