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Jim, it is version 3.05. Hopefully I'm in the clear!

Honestly - I'm still learning and currently highly co-depedent on my weekly pool man. Scary, right? For Chlorination, I get a weekly report (though I've discovered it's scant on the details). Typically it's 2-3 tabs, 2lbs of shock weekly. Within one week of the service, we are always at 0 FC...

Hey y'all, New pool owner in Texas, with rain on/off and 100+ degree temps nearly every day. Algae can really sneak up on a pool in this climate if not on it! I'm getting conflicting suggestions on pool speeds and schedules. Pool company set our speed at 1700 from 8-5pm, pool running from...

Morning, Good catch - the cable should no longer be connected to pump 2 (basin) now that we know it is fully manual. The pool cleaner must've reconnected it. The manual pump was set to mirror the schedule (8-10pm high speed) and speed (2800) of the auto pumps. I went outside and checked the...

Hi Jim, Attached are a few pics of the equipment and the pool builder's list. The second pump is for a spillover basin at the front of the pool and the third is for the waterfalls. I hope that makes sense. Why is it rare to use the IntelliFlo i2 pumps? I do agree it was a poor choice of the...

Jim, Thank you, I will look into that! Another question for you. I mentioned my spa was not responding either. When I put the system into service mode - I noticed the spa LCD screen (intelliFlo) showed the lighting bolt lit up ,but the on/off button light was off. This indicates that pump is...

Hey There - New pool owner here (3 months completed). Since pool start-up, I've had issues with communication being lost between the panel and pump #1. We have a Pentair Easy Touch 8, two IntelliFlo i2 pumps and an IntelliFlo VSF Circ pump (yes - one must be operated manually). For example, in...

Thank you all for the charts and feedback. I have some more homework to do.

Hi All, Kindly asking for guidance on proper gas line pipe sizing. We have a fire pit (medium sized), 42-inch grill and a spa. Also have a Pentair 400. All propane based. Per our paperwork, they mention 125ft for a gas line. I apologize for not providing important details to better answer my...

Hey There, Trying to decide between a wood or aluminum pergola in Austin. Hot sun and bugs are a concern. I like the look of wood, but also concerned about maintenance. I’m leaning towards a black color (slightly more modern look). Any feedback or experience with choosing the best pergola...

Thanks for the feedback y’all. Today is day 10. Getting there!

Curious - how long did y’all water your Gunite or Shotcrete concrete (specifically during hot, dry months)? Among those I know who built a pool in the last 3 years, I’ve heard everything from 0 to 28 days. Quite a range! Thanks in advance for the feedback.

Thank you joyfulnoise for all your feedback and educating this novice pool builder/owner. 🙏🏼

On a diligent watering schedule. Thanks for the feedback. So loose pebbles are normal, nothing to worry about.

Hi y’all. Our builders completed shotcrete on Tuesday. My concern - it’s a mess. Small loose rocks/sandy along the tops of the walls. Is this normal? Should I be concerned? The picture included is one example in the spa area. I appreciate the feedback!

Good point on the Hotspot. Thanks for the feedback.

Great tip, thank you

Hi Everyone: Just about to break ground on our pool building journey. There is a narrow entrance to the backyard, but manageable. Pool building company has informed us that it’s very possible that as the heavy equipment goes back and forth over the cables/lines (which are barely buried...