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How to Shock a Pool The Right Way

How to Shock a Pool The Right Way

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.

The Best Solar Pool Covers in 2024

The Best Solar Pool Covers in 2024

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.

How to Prime a Pool Pump in 4 Easy Steps

How to Prime a Pool Pump in 4 Easy Steps

A lot of things can happen to keep a pump from working properly, but a lot of those things can be avoided by knowing how to prime a pool pump.

How to Shock a Hot Tub The Right Way

How to Shock a Hot Tub The Right Way

Do you know how to shock your hot tub? All it takes is knowing what type of hot tub shock to use and when to add it.

Pool Volume Calculator: How Many Gallons of Water Does Your Pool Hold?

Pool Volume Calculator: How Many Gallons of Water Does Your Pool Hold?

Exactly how much water does your pool hold? Use this pool volume calculator and reference chart to quickly find out.

7 Household Products to Clean Your Hot Tub

7 Household Products to Clean Your Hot Tub

Before you reach for harsh chemicals, take a look around the house. You may already have all the household products you need to clean your hot tub.

How to Clean a Pool Filter (Sand, Cartridge, D.E.)

How to Clean a Pool Filter (Sand, Cartridge, D.E.)

Do you know how to clean a pool filter? Are you sure? Get crystal clear, pristine pool water by keeping any type of filter clean with a few easy methods.

The Smart Way to Kill Algae in Your Pool Quickly

The Smart Way to Kill Algae in Your Pool Quickly

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!

How to Get Rid of Foam in a Hot Tub

How to Get Rid of Foam in a Hot Tub

Did you find foam in your hot tub? Don't worry. It's easy to get rid of hot tub foam and even easier to prevent it. Let's learn how...

The Best Robotic Pool Cleaners in 2024

The Best Robotic Pool Cleaners in 2024

Gone are the days where you have to manually vacuum your pool. It's not science fiction anymore; you have plenty of robotic pool cleaners to choose from.

A Beginner’s Guide to Hot Tub Maintenance

A Beginner’s Guide to Hot Tub Maintenance

There are 3 hot tub maintenance tules every owner should follow. Once you learn these rules, your hot tub will always be clean and clear.

How Long Should I Run My Pool Pump Every Day?

How Long Should I Run My Pool Pump Every Day?

Well, 24 hours a day would be ideal. But there's a better answer to how long to run a pool pump, and it won't make your electric bill skyrocket.