Considering SWCG install

[Tungsten51]

If you are comparing tablets, make sure you have accurate prices as those have also gone up along with seemingly everything else pool related (and not pool related too).

Also keep in mind that if you just use pucks, you will have to drain and refill every few years to keep the CYA from building up, so add that cost into the equation.

Without doing the math, I would believe the numbers would be similar but the convenience factor of the SWCG trumps any minor cost savings. I also like being able to whip out my phone and "add more chlorine" from anywhere in the world.

Hey there, we're in Prosper as well and thinking of going saltwater. Any local weather issues, like long HOT summers, that would influence type of SWGC to buy? Or any other things I need to think about? Thanks for any help or feedback.

Moved from here.

 

[Texas Splash]

Welcome to TFP! I'm placing some links below to help you get started. Rule of thumb for SWGs - get one at least 2X the size of your pool. Other than that, automation compatibility may be an issue for you, so look at those models as they apply. If you have more questions let us know.

Salt Water Chlorine Generators

Salt Water Generators are designed to produce small amounts of chlorine continuously. This is perfect for day to day use and reduces work for the homeowner.

www.troublefreepool.com

Pool Care Basics

Water Balance for SWGs

Saltwater pools are becoming more and more popular. We discuss How salt generators work and water balance tips for SWGs to run them.

www.troublefreepool.com

Compare and Review Saltwater Chlorine Generator Prices and Features | DSP

www.discountsaltpool.com

 

[Tungsten51]

Welcome to TFP! I'm placing some links below to help you get started. Rule of thumb for SWGs - get one at least 2X the size of your pool. Other than that, automation compatibility may be an issue for you, so look at those models as they apply. If you have more questions let us know.

Salt Water Chlorine Generators

Salt Water Generators are designed to produce small amounts of chlorine continuously. This is perfect for day to day use and reduces work for the homeowner.

www.troublefreepool.com

Pool Care Basics

Water Balance for SWGs

Saltwater pools are becoming more and more popular. We discuss How salt generators work and water balance tips for SWGs to run them.

www.troublefreepool.com

Compare and Review Saltwater Chlorine Generator Prices and Features | DSP

www.discountsaltpool.com

Thank you

 

[markayash]

Another think folks need to consider is the price for replacement cells. I read threads and some are expensive but the one for my Edge40 Is $595 and was $340 back in 2020.
Wish I had bought one then and stored it.

 

[wireform]

Wish I had bought one then and stored it.

But then you'd have to remember its whereabouts when you need it.

 

[markayash]

But then you'd have to remember its whereabouts when you need it.

I am bad about buying extra things like 3 way valves. Then years later when I change stuff I buy more and find the ones I bought years ago sitting on a shelf.

 

[Tungsten51]

Welcome to TFP! I'm placing some links below to help you get started. Rule of thumb for SWGs - get one at least 2X the size of your pool. Other than that, automation compatibility may be an issue for you, so look at those models as they apply. If you have more questions let us know.

Salt Water Chlorine Generators

Salt Water Generators are designed to produce small amounts of chlorine continuously. This is perfect for day to day use and reduces work for the homeowner.

www.troublefreepool.com

Pool Care Basics

Water Balance for SWGs

Saltwater pools are becoming more and more popular. We discuss How salt generators work and water balance tips for SWGs to run them.

www.troublefreepool.com

Compare and Review Saltwater Chlorine Generator Prices and Features | DSP

www.discountsaltpool.com

Another Q, our coping, spa waterfall, and water features, is a soft stone and I know salt is not ideal, is it a deal killer? Or is it comparable to chlorine?

 

[Texas Splash]

our coping, spa waterfall, and water features, is a soft stone and I know salt is not ideal, is it a deal killer? Or is it comparable to chlorine?

If you were to ask a pool builder, many of them seem to freak and go into salt panic mode. Ask us here and we hold very little value to the relationship between the low ~3,500 ppm value of saline in a pool versus stone degradation. Most often, patio stones flake or discolor simply because of the type of stone it is and not because of the saline content in the water.

 

[Tungsten51]

If you were to ask a pool builder, many of them seem to freak and go into salt panic mode. Ask us here and we hold very little value to the relationship between the low ~3,500 ppm value of saline in a pool versus stone degradation. Most often, patio stones flake or discolor simply because of the type of stone it is and not because of the saline content in the wate

Thanks. Now I'm going to figure out how to wire it up.