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So my next door neighbor just had a pool built (yes he used my builder) which is awesome. I have discussed TFPC with him from time to time as his pool was being built. He finally said he thinks its best to have a pool service so Im like ok. Thats a personal choice and I get it but what I don't...

So we are always in the background checking chemicals, adding something, cleaning, asking questions and providing feedback or posting ice of our loved ones. Post a pic of you enjoying your hard work...

So my laptop is on its last legs. Thinking of getting an iPad instead of another MacBook. Any thoughts?

Today is our 1 year anniversary of pool ownership! I wasn't sure which thread to post in but this is our "Poolside Paradise". We are thankful and blessed to own our own pool and I am forever thankful to TFP and the TFP community for all your help and patience as we experienced the ups and downs...

My original T-100 test kit had a smaller pH/CL tester so I bought this Taylor 9056 which is much larger and has integrated CYA test ability. I really like the wider range of numbers on the pH side which was my real reason for the purchase. However, I think its broken because I don't really get...

I have been having some concerns on my water clarity and reached out to a few folks. As always great feedback! Took all the precautions (OCLT, DE powder addition, confirming chemicals balanced and such) but all tests indicated water was just fine. Best I can conclude is dust from the home being...

Hope its ok to ask a question I feel relates to this post? I also feel my pool is not as crystal clear or sparkling as it was last year. I did an OCLT twice in the last week and all was good. I did just clean the filter (DE) last month...so maybe I short changed the DE powder? Should I try...

Been thinking about getting a replacement pH tube for testing. Thoughts please... Amazon.com : Taylor 9056 Chlorine and Bromine DPD Comparator ...

Anyone ever use a sprayer like this to stain a fence? I don't want to have to brush it on, use sponge/cloth due to mess and most definitely don't want to pay the 1k quote.... You can see the fence in the background... Thanks in advance!

So I ordered new refills for water testing and they are much different. Example: I tested my CH with last years R-0012 and results were 375-400, then I tested with new R-0012 and results were 500-525! I waited 3 days and retested with the exact same results from both R-0012's. Mind you the old...

So I have been on this site for just about a year. I read lots of posts in the different sections and comment when I feel the urge. I would often feel lost and then just the other day...I clicked on settings at the top of the page and up pops threads I have been replying to all in one place. I...

So I have had my SWG off for the winter and using bleach. Im about to start SWG back up and FC is currently at 6. My thought process is to let it drop to 3 and set SWG at 20% and adjust up to get my target of 5 per pool math. I will run the pump (2 speed) on high for 4 hours during the day and 4...

Ok so what should I do for the winter here in North Texas for my pool? I have read many posts about closing the pool for the winter but I'm not so sure I need to do this. Here are my questions thus far: Should I turn off SWG for the winter an use chlorine? Should I drop the pH to a lower level...

I have been considering a pool robot since we started construction on our pool back in May. I now see that Lesilies has a Polaris P825 on sale for a net cost of $786. Seems like a good deal and a fairly inexpensive way to get a good robot (not top of the line but not low end). Any thoughts???

My Pool build started on May 23 and equipment has arrived. Hope we made the right choices and looking for input. I updated my signature but here is what we have.... Pool Equipment Pentair FNS Plus 60 DE Filter Pentair WF 2HP 2 speed pump Hayward PL Plus Total Pool Management SWG T Cell -...

Hello to all and thanks in advance for any information/suggestions.... My wife and I will be first time pool owners. We just moved to Northlake TX on 1 acre property to have more room for our two granddaughters whom we are raising. The girls are 2 and 3 years old and we thought a pool would be a...

Hello to all...I am new to this site and considering a cost plus build as well. My contractor has built several pools in the area and gets high marks from everyone I have spoke with. My pool is approximately 36x20 freeform style and bid has come in at $53K. A big cost is decking since I have...