The key to keeping a salt chlorinator working efficiently is to give it some regular TLC as part of your pool maintenance regimen. A clean salt cell not only works better, but it also lasts longer than salt cells that haven’t been properly maintained. Cleaning a salt cell may sound complicated, but it’s actually a…
Inground vinyl pools, no matter what type – steel or polymer, need a concrete collar around the outside of the pool at the bottom of the walls for support. This way, the pool walls sit on a flat and heavy “shelf” all around the pool. This shelf is usually 2.5′ wide from front to back to…
Planning the layout of your pool equipment on your pool equipment pad is a fun stage in your pool project. The goal is to design a functional and simple layout with room to maneuver and service the equipment with as few turns in the pipe as possible. Sketch the Pool Pad Layout To visualize it…
A commonly asked question among pool owners is, “How long does a pool pump last?” As the driving force behind your pool’s water circulation, filtration, and healthy, pumps are a vital piece of equipment. While most well-made pumps can last 8–10 years, they can still break down over time, and require repairs or a complete…
If you’re on the hunt for a new hot tub cover, getting the correct size is crucial to keeping your hot tub energy-efficient and well-maintained. A quality insulated hot tub cover helps your hot tub retain heat, reduces water evaporation, and protects your investment from outdoor elements. However, before picking out color options, thickness levels,…
What some people don’t realize is that an algae filled pool can damage your pool surfaces. Stains of course, but over time, algae and poor water chemistry will begin to erode the pool plaster, with etching and deposits, and weaken vinyl liners, making them brittle and old before their time. If you just now took…
Known for being reliable and durable, Hayward pool pumps have always been our leading line of pumps. Hayward pumps come in a variety of horsepowers, voltages and speeds. But just like any sort of equipment, even the most well-made products sometimes need repairs. Typically, any dilemmas with your Hayward pool pump are likely related to…
Hayward chlorinators have been around since the 70’s, in the same design, and one could say it’s America’s favorite pool chlorinator. If you use Trichlor tablets or sticks, the safest, easiest and most accurate way to slow-dissolve them is with a chlorine feeder. A pool floater can get stuck or flip over, and putting chemicals…
Many pools will experience freezing temperatures during the winter months, even those in warmer states like in the sunbelt region. If the surface of your pool gets a minor freeze across the surface, there’s no immediate cause for concern. But if you have unwinterized pool equipment, and water freezes inside your pump, filter or heater…
Fiberglass pools are beautiful, durable, and often require less surface maintenance than other types of pools. However, there is one common problem that can happen no matter what material your pool is made out of, and that’s staining. In this article, we discuss some of the causes of fiberglass pool stains and how to prevent…