Newbie seeking guidance

[legion]

Hello everyone,

I have recently decided to take care of my own pool after I got tired of my pool guy skipping weeks and whenever he chooses to come he's here for maybe 5-10 minutes..

So for chemicals, I read the wiki and will be getting a TF Pro Kit. Currently, my pool guy utilizes chlorine tablets and puts them in two separate floaters

Now my question is for vacuuming/scrubbing the walls.

From what I gathered, I will need a telescopic pole, a skimmer net, a brush for the walls, and a vacuum for the floor (don't want to invest in a robot pool vacuum yet)

Can I get some recommendations for those items (or if there is anything else you recommend?)
I seen a few things about vacuum cleaners and it seems like the head attaches to the pole , I put it in the skimmer, and then utilize the pool pump to actually to clean the floor. I also found things like "pool blaster" cordless vacuums?
Just not sure what would be best to use here. any input is appreciated!

(attached pool pics for reference)

 

[Texas Splash]

Welcome to TFP!

I seen a few things about vacuum cleaners and it seems like the head attaches to the pole , I put it in the skimmer, and then utilize the pool pump to actually to clean the floor.

Yes, that's the old school traditional way to vacuum the pool and how I still do it. You can get a pole, vacuum head attachment, and hose at your local pool store or online like on Amazon. Probably cheaper online.

 

[AndyMac1]

Thats a beautiful pool. What color is your pool bottom BTW?