First time pool maintenance.
Opened it with the local pool store two weeks ago and was committed to learning how to do it myself. But because I found TFP too late, I bought all of my chemicals from the pool store when they were running a special earlier this year. Bulked up on everything I thought Id need for the season. Wish I knew better.
So I have all BioGuard products, a nice pile. Super Soluble, Silk Guard sticks, Silk Guard Complete, Balance pak, Algae Complete (2) , pool complete (2) , and smart shock (2) boxes.
Problem is, now I'm reading everything I SHOULD have known here on TFP. Info is great, but I need some help.
Read up on the Pool School. Its a huge help.
Bought a TF-100 test kit. its on the way.
Trying to get a hold of Marina out in CO to purchase an S200 but they haven't picked up their phone all day and left a message.
Pool still isn't clear and balanced yet because I had a mechanical issue I finally sorted out today. Fixed the air leak and pressure issue. I couldn't get the pump running well enough to generate suction to vacuum.
So there is still debris all over the bottom, water has cleared up a lot but still cloudy. No clue what my pool ACTUALLY needs because I'm not trusting the pool store's tests anymore after this site. Will have to wait to test properly.
I'm committed to learning and saving money as a newlywed and new home owner. I just want the pool right for my wife this summer.
So my first big question before the test kit arrives...is all of the BioGuard stuff a waste? Or can I use some of it to get the pool balanced and then switch to the recommended products here?
Thanks all. Looking forward to my first pool season with TFP on my side.
Cheers!
Opened it with the local pool store two weeks ago and was committed to learning how to do it myself. But because I found TFP too late, I bought all of my chemicals from the pool store when they were running a special earlier this year. Bulked up on everything I thought Id need for the season. Wish I knew better.
So I have all BioGuard products, a nice pile. Super Soluble, Silk Guard sticks, Silk Guard Complete, Balance pak, Algae Complete (2) , pool complete (2) , and smart shock (2) boxes.
Problem is, now I'm reading everything I SHOULD have known here on TFP. Info is great, but I need some help.
Read up on the Pool School. Its a huge help.
Bought a TF-100 test kit. its on the way.
Trying to get a hold of Marina out in CO to purchase an S200 but they haven't picked up their phone all day and left a message.
Pool still isn't clear and balanced yet because I had a mechanical issue I finally sorted out today. Fixed the air leak and pressure issue. I couldn't get the pump running well enough to generate suction to vacuum.
So there is still debris all over the bottom, water has cleared up a lot but still cloudy. No clue what my pool ACTUALLY needs because I'm not trusting the pool store's tests anymore after this site. Will have to wait to test properly.
I'm committed to learning and saving money as a newlywed and new home owner. I just want the pool right for my wife this summer.
So my first big question before the test kit arrives...is all of the BioGuard stuff a waste? Or can I use some of it to get the pool balanced and then switch to the recommended products here?
Thanks all. Looking forward to my first pool season with TFP on my side.
Cheers!