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    Best Pool Pump for homes with Solar Panels

    Hi TFP, my current 3HP Intelliflo is on its last leg, the thing is so loud and I need to replace it. I would like something quiet but don't really need the energy savings since I do have solar panels. What do folks on TFP recommend? BTW, I got a quote for $1800 to replace a 3HP Intelliflo. Is...
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    Do I need a skimmer basket???

    Hi All, My pool came with the home I purchased so I don't have a lot of history on it. The previous owner didn't have a skimmer basket in the skimmer well but "The Pool Cleaner" is hooked up to the return line that goes into the pool filter. There is a basket in the whisperflo pump. Do I need...
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    Need Recommendation on new Pool Equipment

    Hi TFP, I have n Hayward sand filter with pool cleaner and Pentair Intelliflo 3hp VS pump. The pump is leaking and making super loud noise and the filter is not doing a great job filtering. I can't get my water level right. I have been advised to replace my equipment. Just got quotes for a DE...
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    Hi from SoCal

    Hey Guys, I have no idea what I am doing, new pool owner. I don't trust pool guys as they keep suggesting I replaced my sand filter (not common here in Socal). I have a green pool with high CYA. I am slowing educating myself but feel there's so many options. Right now, I prefer to go with the...
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    New Pool Owner. CYA is too high?

    So my pool is constantly in this teal color stage. I tried shocking it and it helped. I'm reading about SLAM however my CYA is at 170 per Leslie's water test. Is a drain and refill necessary or can I proceed with a SLAM. TIA