Download these FREE printable cheat sheets to help you simplify pool maintenance for crystal-clear water.
Get rid of pool algae fast by following this sequence of pool cleaning steps. The quicker you act, the faster you can kill algae in your pool!
Here are the 4 common issues that cause cloudy pool water and how to clear your cloudy pool fast using pool clarifier or flocculant.
Before you call a professional, there are 5 things you can do to troubleshoot your pool pump making a loud noise.
You remove the pool cover and yikes! It's a green pool! You have an algae problem. Just a few steps and a few chemicals will clear the water in no time.
Finding the occasional pool stain? Learn how to identify them and apply the correct pool stain remover to quickly get rid of them.
Need to drain your pool? Here's how to drain an above ground pool with either a garden hose siphon or a sump pump.
Pool leak detection is the first step to fixing what can be a very damaging and expensive problem. Here's how to quickly find and fix a leak.
Pink, white and blue isn't a good look for your pool. Kick the white water mold and pink slime out to avoid illness and keep your pool swimmable.
West Nile Virus. Zika Virus. Both transmitted by mosquitoes. Learn how to keep mosquitoes away from your pool, and protect your family from these diseases.
Air can be a good thing in lots of places. But you know what's not so good? Air in a pool pump. To fix it, you need to know where to look.
You have a pool, not a beach, so you don't want any sand in your pool. To get it out and keep it from returning, you have to understand how it got there.
Water bugs in your pool? Not for long! All you need is a few tools, a couple of chemicals, and a little time, and you can get rid of them for good.
Your levels, like pH and chlorine, should all be in range before anyone gets in the water. But how long does that usually take?
Muriatic acid is a cheap way to balance your pool's chemistry, but it can be dangerous. Here's how to use muriatic acid safely in your pool.
Tired of dry skin, brittle hair, and stinky "chlorine" smell? Want to spend less time balancing the water? Might be time to try a pool mineral system.
You know you have to add chemicals to your pool, but how much? Here’s a quick guide on how much of each pool chemical you need to add.
A step-by-step guide on how to raise ph in your pool with three inexpensive solutions: Soda ash, baking soda, or pH increaser.
At the right levels, cyanuric acid protects chlorine in your pool and helps keep your water sanitized. Here's how to balance cyanuric acid.
Wondering how much salt to add to your pool? Here's a simple formula for figuring out how many bags of salt you need.
There are a few causes of low chlorine in a pool. But they're easy to fix. So here's a quick guide on how to raise free chlorine in your pool.
Are your pool's pH levels too high? Here's how to lower pH in a pool using either pH decreaser or muriatic acid.
If your total alkalinity levels are too high, here's how to how to lower alkalinity in a pool with either muriatic acid or pH reducer.
Been a while since you shocked your pool? You're laying out a doormat for algae and other contaminants. Put up a keep out sign with a dose of pool shock.
Need to raise the cyanuric acid in your pool? Here are two simple ways to bring up the CYA levels in your pool.
When it’s hot outside, your pool needs extra help to stay sanitized. So here are 6 ways to protect your pool water in hot weather.
Thinking it might be easier to just fill in your pool than care for it? Don't give up! Pool maintenance isn't painful if you learn a few basic techniques.
Did you know you can replace most of your expensive pool chemicals with common household products? Here’s what to use...
Knowing how to drain an inground pool before you start can help the process go more smoothly, and help you avoid costly damage.
Do you know how to drain a pool? Above ground is simple. But draining an inground pool incorrectly could destroy it. Learn the right ways for both.
Do you have everything you need to take care of your pool? If you don't have these few essentials, your pool maintenance is a lot harder than it has to be.
Learn how pool skimmers work, how to keep them clean and running properly, and how to troubleshoot them when things go wrong.
Keeping every part of your pool plumbing system in mind will help you maintain your clean, sparkling pool, and extend your equipment's longevity.
Save money, clarify pool water, and keep your family safe from dangerous water-borne illnesses by changing pool filter sand yourself, quickly and easily.
Learning how to patch a pool liner could save you thousands of dollars and prevent extensive damage. Plus, it's easy enough that almost anyone can do it.
Pool care entails a lot of little details. It's easy to forget one or two of them from time to time. Luckily, all pool maintenance mistakes are fixable.
A salt water pool needs everything a normal pool needs, but with a few major differences. Here's an easy guide to salt water pool maintenance.
A solar cover can save you money on chemicals, your electric bill, and even reduce water evaporation. We picked the best solar pool covers in 2024.
Your pool pump is one of the most important pieces of equipment. But how does it actually work? Here’s everything you need to know...
We tested, reviewed, and picked the best inground pool cleaner for every type of inground swimming pool. Here are our top picks...
Looking for the best inground pool pool heater? Here's how to find the best and most efficient heater for your pool setup.
Looking for the best gas pool heater? Whether you want natural or propane gas, here's what to look for based on your climate and pool size.
Looking for the best salt water system for your above ground pool? Here's what to consider before you buy and our recommendations.
Looking for the best above ground pool heater? Here's how to decide which type (gas, electric or solar) is right for your pool.
Looking for the best solar heater for an above ground pool? Here's how to find the right one for your pool.
A pool alarm is an easy way to keep your family safe. But some alarms are safer than others. Here are the best pool alarms of the year.
Don't dive into a dark pool and right into the arms of a waiting swamp monster. Add illumination with pool lights, and make night swims safer and more fun.
Got an above ground pool and looking for an automatic vacuum? Check out what we ranked as the best above ground pool vacuums this year!
We tested and found the best pressure side pool cleaners for inground and above ground pool owners. Here are our top picks...
Using a cover is only half the battle to protect your pool during winter. Use a pool cover pump to keep that cover clean.
We've broken down how to winterize a pool into 9 easy steps (including a VIDEO). Watch the video, read through the steps, and close it up.
Before you add anything to the pool, adjust and add the right chemicals in the right order. Here’s a quick guide on starting up a salt water pool.
Thinking it'd be easier to just leave your pool closed when winter ends? Don't worry. Learn how to open your inground pool and get right back to the fun!
We picked the best winter covers that'll keep out dirt and debris, reduce the number of opening chores, and protect the pool from damage.
Taking care of your pool doesn't end when you put the cover on. Maintain your pool during the winter, and make next season's opening a lot easier.
No-nonsense strategies to fix your sagging pool cover, keep it snug, and ensure it doesn't get destroyed over the winter months.
Is a pool closing kit worth it? Before you buy one, here's what comes in a kit and which chemicals you actually need to close your pool.
It's pool season again! Open your above ground pool with just a few pieces of equipment, some basic chemicals, and a little elbow grease.
It’s better to open your pool sooner than later. Otherwise, algae could start growing. So here’s the right time to open your pool.
Snow on your pool cover may look pretty, but too much, and you're just asking for damage to the cover and your pool. It's easy to avoid.
Think you can just cover your above ground pool, and it'll be fine until spring? Think again. Do just a few more things, and opening will be a breeze.
