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First, let me thank TFP for saving my pool, my bank account, and my sanity! I started this season thinking I was going to have to fill in my pool. But, by reading the pool school and following the BBB method, I was able to take a green swamp and turn it into the pool I've always wanted. Once I...

I have a Hayward 1 HP pump and use cartridge filters. How often should the cartridges be replaced? I know the existing cartridges have been in there for at least 3 years. I have 4 new cartridges to replace the old ones. Should they be soaked before use? And my last question: Where can I...

I read through the Pool School several times. I followed the all the procedures there for shocking and testing, etc. I got in the pool with a toothbrush and scrubbed all the little nooks and crannies that the pool brush couldn't get to. After about a week, I finally got my green swamp to turn...

Should the water be tested with the pump on or off? Does it matter?

Hi all! My name says it all. We bought a house with an IG pool 3 years ago. I had a pool guy taking care of it, then just when the pool turned green, he suddenly stopped showing up. I've taken over the care and maintenance of the pool and have been trying to learn all the ins and outs, but...