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    Replace pool liner Pittsburgh recommendation

    Hi, we may need to reline our pool. The previous owners replaced it in 2011. It’s coming off the sides in 2 places. I don’t think it’s critical but want to start looking. Pool size 16x32 rectangle. What price I might be looking at? Any recommended installers in SWPA? Do you recommend buying...
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    Pentair MasterTemp 250 shuts down after 3 tries- No error codes

    Hi all, Pool season is about to be over here in western PA and my pool heater has started giving me some trouble. For reference, I have a Pentair MasterTemp 250. Installed in 2012. We bought the house in 2021 and the heater worked fine last 2 years. When I turn the heater on, it goes through...
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    Leak at the pvc coupling on the pump.

    Hi all, Opened to a green pool this season. Also noticed that there’s a slight leak at the junction between the pump and the pvc coupling on it. Any suggestions on how to go about repairing? I have never repaired a joint like that before. Thanks in advance for your help.
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    I don’t think my pool is bonded!

    Hi all, New pool owner and have been following the TFP method since the start of this season, with great results! Clear waters always! Thanks a lot for all your help. I was recently looking to replace my pool motor with a Neptune VS motor. My current motor is over heating. I noticed that none of...
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    Hayward super pump over-heating

    Hi all, I have a Hayward Super Pump C48K2N143B1 and a waterway crystal water cartridge filter. The pump is overheating and shutting off. I can hear some air-gurgling noise. However, I don't see any air bubbles in the pump basket. I do have a leak on the pressure relief valve on the filter. I...
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    Using too much Chlorine at start of new pool season

    Hi all, I am a new pool owner and have been reading the TFP for sometime now. We just opened for this year (pool was winterized in Oct 2021). Pool has been cleaned, vacuumed and brushed. Filters have been hosed and cleaned (Pentair cartridge filters). However, I am observing that the FC goes to...