In terms of "just getting started" with the pool your numbers look fine.
FC and Ph numbers from 3 weeks ago are meaningless. These will have moved for sure. While you are getting comfortable with the pool just make sure that FC level stays in that 3 - 7 range (see the CYA/Chlorine Chart) or you'll be fighting off an algae outbreak. Nothing is more upsetting than taking over control of your pool just to have it turn green in the first month.
CYA is surprising low if previous owner was using Pucks. That's a good thing. Either they recently filled the pool or you get a lot of rain.
You're CH is a bit low - you might want to raise it a bit to ensure your pool water isn't dissolving the calcium out of your plaster. This is a long term process - not a crisis.
In terms of buying bleach - I did a survey of all the majors - Costco, Walmart, Target, etc. They all came in around $2.50 - $3 PER 182 OZ 6%. I then found an independent pool supply house that does 12% chlorine quite a bit cheaper once you take into account it's added strength - and they recycle the bottles which I really like.
Once your test kit comes in and you get a feel for how your numbers are moving you'll feel a lot more comfortable with the pool. Read through the Chemistry section at the pool school 5 or 6 times over the course of a few weeks so it sinks in. For now - your pool is pretty well balanced - just make sure you're keeping the chlorine in the pool during this break in period.
FC and Ph numbers from 3 weeks ago are meaningless. These will have moved for sure. While you are getting comfortable with the pool just make sure that FC level stays in that 3 - 7 range (see the CYA/Chlorine Chart) or you'll be fighting off an algae outbreak. Nothing is more upsetting than taking over control of your pool just to have it turn green in the first month.
CYA is surprising low if previous owner was using Pucks. That's a good thing. Either they recently filled the pool or you get a lot of rain.
You're CH is a bit low - you might want to raise it a bit to ensure your pool water isn't dissolving the calcium out of your plaster. This is a long term process - not a crisis.
In terms of buying bleach - I did a survey of all the majors - Costco, Walmart, Target, etc. They all came in around $2.50 - $3 PER 182 OZ 6%. I then found an independent pool supply house that does 12% chlorine quite a bit cheaper once you take into account it's added strength - and they recycle the bottles which I really like.
Once your test kit comes in and you get a feel for how your numbers are moving you'll feel a lot more comfortable with the pool. Read through the Chemistry section at the pool school 5 or 6 times over the course of a few weeks so it sinks in. For now - your pool is pretty well balanced - just make sure you're keeping the chlorine in the pool during this break in period.