Pool Testing Tips, Chemistry Information, and Maintenance Guides

Swim Season is Here!

Are you getting that itch? That “time to open the pool” itch? You aren’t alone! Make sure you are ready and have all the necessary chemicals for your opening day.

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Pool Testing Simplified

Testing is an important part of pool ownership. It is the only way to ensure water is clean and clear of algae and other contaminants. We also know how difficult understanding test procedures and parameters can be.

Learn about the basics of pool testing and the chemistry behind a properly balanced pool.

What Testing Kit is Right for You?

Pool water tests should be reliable and accurate to ensure the right chemicals are added for a proper water balance. But which kit is the best for your kind of pool?

Choose the best pool testing kit that fits your needs.

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Recommended Pool Chemicals

Pool chemicals are essential for maintaining a clean and safe swimming environment. Choosing which chemicals to use can be an overwhelming experience. However, you might not know that most chemicals might be under your kitchen sink.

Understand the recommended pool chemicals that are needed for swimming pools and how to properly store them after use.

All About Chlorine

Most water issues can be prevented or fixed by using chlorine. It will both neutralize and kill any contaminants that get introduced into pool water including algae, leaves, pollen, and other organisms.

Learn why chlorine is the best sanitizer and the different types of chlorine that can be used. Also, use our chlorine calculator to know how much chlorine to add to the pool.

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Pool Maintenance Guidelines

A good water balance water starts with a clean pool surface and properly functioning equipment. With a bunch of moving parts that keeps a pool running, you should know the basics of pool maintenance.

Find out more about the pool maintenance basics.

Find The Right Pool Pump

One of the most important parts of your pool system is the pool pump. It is the heart of the system, bringing water into the filter and returning it back.

Understandably, each pool has different levels of needs when it comes to a pump. Find the best pool pump for your pool’s system.

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