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Not dense at all, better safe than sorry come spring. You're correct, the water will displace the antifreeze but the noodle will replace the ice-absorbing capability so it doesn't matter. But you do need to keep your skimmer lid on so it keeps the noodle in the water (so it can absorb the...

Yes. That's what I have, a tarp w aqua bricks. But to be honest, why spend the money? Just use the safety cover you have as designed (pump water off as needed). Put water back up to the middle of the skimmer with something to absorb ice expansion (like the aforementioned noodle or use a 2 L...

Just to be sure, is the solid cover a loop loc type cover with anchors to hold it in place on the decking? Or a true tarp type with water bags (or water blocks) to hold it in place? If it's not a loop loc type (which is how I'm reading it) you need water in the pool to support the cover. Tarp...

I bought the Swimables R0357200 from Amazon. It was $40. It was fine all of last summer as well as this season so I'd recommend it. It looks like the name brand one is $70. not worth it imo.

I wouldn't keep it clean if you won't be swimming in it before the liner replacement. But I would go to Lowe's/HD and buy mosquito dunks (probably less than $10). Put them in according to the directions so you don't have a breeding ground. I'd cover the pool back up if it's easy enough. If the...

Hello. I think I need a new pump but wanted to run it past folks here to be sure. 240 connection, Doheny 1.5 single speed pump that was put in 8/2021. This year I opened the pool for the season and started it up and everything was fine. I ran the pump starting about 5 pm and when I woke up in...

The chamfered texture is a beveled edge, right? If so I would be aware that it's another edge to step on (with bare feet). Those pavers are pretty large so it's not like you would step on an edge every step compared to a small paver but just something to think about. I personally would go...

You can use the dig dirt for sure. In the NYC tri-state area that's all that is used by a majority of builds. If you want to put down decking asap then don't use it but it would be fortune to truck away the dirt and then bring in all that rock by me. I think the labor/truck costs are more that...

Hi. I have a very similar issue. I'm not as steep as you but same results..dirt in the pool. Your phrase "insanely heavy rain" is exactly what I've said. Keep your chemistry balanced, as you should do anyway. It just needs time to filter out. I had to vacuum to waste a couple of times when it...

Wow! looks great. Seeing these DIY has me wanting to try it if I ever move to a house without a pool. Great job, you should be very proud. Thanks for sharing your journey.

Looks like you did a great job. I did the same with mine this year for the first time. We'll be saving a lot of money year over year now. You also reminded me to remove the handle to the main drain valve :) Thanks This is from RayPak: I assume removing the plugs is in case water comes back...

I just used my cyclone for the 1st time yesterday. It was awesome. This year is break even and from now on it's just effort and no more $450 closing bills. I have a 1.5" fitting on my equipment so I connected the cyclone to that. Note that you'll likely need an adjustable clamp (worm clamp) to...

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Are you using a solid tarp type cover? If so I wouldn't even drain the pool. If you drain it for your own piece of mind while blowing out the lines, raise the water level back up so the pool water supports the cover. I don't see anchors in the decking so I assume you have the solid cover (so do...

That leaves 1.5 feet on each end, which is tight. But I use that size myself because on one end I have grass so I only put the cover over the coping (the cover would kill the grass). As long as you have a pump for the cover you'll be fine. Same goes for the sides of my pool (cover only on...

I just get the cheapest tarp style cover and use water blocks to hold it in place. If I get 2 seasons out of the cover I'm happy. But I only expect 1 season. I have purchased more expensive / thicker tarp style covers and they don't last any longer in my yard. Note that sometimes a larger...

A TV outside is one of the best additions to a yard given the cost (pool is better but $$$, haha). I love watching concerts and sports outside.

My .02 Consider to Remove Spa Bubbler (my kids will destroy this) Is this the spa itself or an extra water feature? If you want a spa keep it but if you winterize your pool I think it's a waste since it's closed when it's cool/cold outside. As suggested I'd do a stand alone. Water features...

Hello. I'm finally going to buy a cyclone and close on my own. I listed the steps below. Does this sound correct to you? I read the resources on here and they're great, it's why I have the confidence to do it myself. I just want to confirm my specific set up & plan. drain cartridge filter &...

Thanks for the update/info. Sending my controller back tomorrow. They insisted it had to be the 3 year old cell so i bought a new one. Still the same issues that you described with the new one. I'm hoping it's an inexpensive fix. As for the expensive new cell I'll wait to see what they say.

I would do skimmers on opposite ends (like you show) and opposite sides of pool. Wind direction changes in my area and unless you are in an area that has wind coming from the same direction a large majority of the time it best to have it as I mentioned (like a costal area that has sea to land...

Heat pump vs gas heater (leaning towards heat pump but unsure on brand/model) 100% gas. You won't need the heat in July and August (or at least only minimal) but in the shoulder months you'll want it quickly. If you have a nice weekend coming up you need to run the heat pump all week. With...

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If it makes you feel better, I was there two weeks ago. Finally, this morning I felt like I was back to 100% clean. Keep in mind that when vacuuming to waste you are taking chemicals out of the pool. I didn't vacuum to waste until I could see the bottom and got as many leaves out as possible...

16 feet of shallow end is good. My pool is 16' wide and you'll have a lot of area to stand around it (& yours is wider). For pools that deep you're going to have a steep slope even on pools as large as yours. In my experience you won't use water that is over the head of swimmer that much. So...

Regarding #6, definitely get a second skimmer for the reason that YippieSkippy stated. I worked for a swimming pool company and the client had one skimmer and the line collapsed. It was an older pool but it was middle of summer and the owner had no choice but to get it fixed. With a 2nd...

Thank you. I found a replacement that is just like the original at about the same price as what you linked to. I tried to get mine apart for a picture of the back but it didn't seem easy without breaking it and looks like the hole in the filter housing is going to be too large for a generic...

That's what I was thinking too. I'll just order the Jandy. Looks like the hole in the top of the filter is too large just for the standard gauge too. Thanks!

Hello. It's this one here.