My first pool.

[joekrachie]

Just moved in to a new home. Beautiful pool in the back yard which I'd love to take care of myself, but I have no experience. The filter died right before we moved in. Had a pool guy come to look at it, but he referred me to an electrician. Filter has been out for 2-3 weeks now. Water is still looks pretty good as it's been cold out. Hoping to get the filter up and running in the next day or two. Not sure what the next step is. It sounds like ordering a test kit is a safe bet, and I see many people recommending the Taylor K 2006C. Is this a good option for a newbie? Once I have the test kit, will that and the Pool Math app put me on the right track? Does the app guide you as far as types and amounts of chems to add based on test results?

Thanks for reading. Any suggestions or tips are welcome!

Joe

 

[Newdude]

Hey Joe and Welcome !!!

The C is important in the K2006C. It's the commercial one thats got more supplies. You'll run out of the standard 2006 pretty quick.

However. The 2006C has way more TA and CH tests than you'll ever need, and not as many FC test that you'll be checking daily. ***For the same money***, actually $4 cheaper today, a TFpro from TFtestkits.net has supplies designed for how we do things.

*it also includes a $44 stirring device that's a must have per 99% of us.

*it also has a really nice case.

If you have a salt pool, the TFpro salt adds the $30 salt test kit for only $20 more, for an even better deal.

I always suggest newbs and those with swamps get the SLAM option because you'll be testing FC alot more often as you get to learn how your pool responds.

Once I have the test kit, will that and the Pool Math app put me on the right track?

Yup. Follow FC/CYA Levels and youll be home free.

Read up the rest and ask away at any time.
Pool Care Basics