Pool shocking helps keep your pool clean, fresh, safe, and healthy to allow you and your family/friends to enjoy a better swimming experience. If you’re wondering how to shock a pool and what treatments to use, read on. What is Pool Shocking? Pool shocking is the process of managing and cleaning a pool to prevent further accumulation of bacteria or other contaminants. The process involves using pool shock, which is an oxidizer used to treat pools. This shock will sanitize and disinfect the pool to make it much safer to use. Another term associated with pool shock is “breakpoint chlorination”. This is when a pool shock is used for the removal of the combined chlorine present in the … [Read more...]

It is mid-summer, the sun is scorching hot, you’ve changed into your swimming clothes. Unfortunately, just when you’re about to jump into the pool, you see leaves and debris sitting at the bottom part of your pool. Malfunctions in your pool cleaning system, like the leaves and debris situation above, can be caused by low water pressure. Some other signs of low water pressure are air bubbles and weak jets. To avoid further damage to your pool system, you need to immediately fix the low water pressure issue. Luckily, we got you covered. Here are some tips to keep in mind to learn how to increase pool pressure. How to Increase Pool Pressure Check your water pump  The water pump … [Read more...]

Muriatic acid or hydrochloric acid is a standard household cleaning product. It is usually used to remove rust, clean a pool, toilet, mineral stains, and a lot more. The chemical is dangerous when not handled correctly and with care. However, no matter how dangerous it can be, muriatic acid is still the most used household substance. To keep you safe, you need to understand the safety precautions for its safe disposal. If it touches your skin, the damage cannot be undone, and worse, it may lead to death. In this article, we will tackle a step-by-step guide on how to dispose of muriatic acid safely. Precautionary Measures When Disposing Muriatic Acid  Here are some tips that can help … [Read more...]

Have you ever been in a pool and noticed some red stuff growing beneath it? Some people have named these red algae, but are they red algae? If yes, what causes red algae in swimming pools? Let's find out! Can Red Algae be Found in Pools? To begin with, the first thing we will do is to ascertain if those red things you see in pools are red algae. When it comes to algae, you need to know that there is a wide diversity of them. There are about twenty-one thousand species. And of all these species, there is no single one that has a red color. Those red 'algae' you see are, in fact, bacteria. These red bacteria are carried into pools by swimmers, pool accessories, wind, or rain. The truth is … [Read more...]

The idea of a private pool in your home is a dream many have. Just think of soaking on a lazy summer afternoon alone or with your loved ones. However, having an in-ground pool is costly to build and maintain, so getting an above ground pool is a better choice. Above ground pools are easy to install and maintain, and they’re affordable, too. For these kinds of pools, you can check out the top brands Coleman and Intex. Both of them are reputable American brands that produce durable products. Read on and see which of these brands will be the best above ground pool for your home. Each brand will be reviewed in different categories to see which wins between Coleman vs Intex pools. PRICE … [Read more...]