Swimming Pools & Spas

After years of wear any pools pipe system will need to be repaired or replaced. Here are some tips to saving money on pool valve repair.

Properly closing your pool is essential to prolong the life of your pool. Closing it correctly also makes it much easier to open in the spring.

Swimming pool maintenance can become very expensive when parts, such as the filter and pump, need to be replaced, for this reason, many people turn to using used swimming pool parts. The key in...

A pool heater is responsible for heating the water; this process extends your swimming time through the cooler season. The water heater is installed and positioned outside the pool between the...

The filter in your home swimming pool does not need to be changed often. A pool filter is a self-cleaning mechanism, and regular rinsing or backwashing should be all that is required to keep it...

The pool pump and filter are crucial components of your swimming pool. The pump and filter are responsible for maintaining clear and clean water. The pool pump circulates the water through the...

Proper backwashing of your pools sand filter is one way to keep it filtering properly, and to ensure it does not build up dangerous amounts of pressure. Sand filters use sand to filter your pools...

The pool filter is one of the most important pieces of equipment to a pool's plumbing system. The pool filter is responsible for filtering dirt and debris out of the pool water and returning clean...

Leaking water from or near a pool filter can have more than one cause. It's important to exactly where the leaks origin is. The leak could be the filter, the union on the pump side, or the union...

Assuming that pool equipment is properly matched, sand filters should operate under normal maintenance for three to five years without needing major service. However, problems can arise that are...

A swimming pool heater is a great addition to your pool's plumbing system. Because the water is heated, you will be able to enjoy more swim time in your pool. The water heater is installed outside...

Release the air pressure built up inside a Jandy swimming pool filtration system with the air release valve. You should release pressure from the valve before starting the pump for a new season,...

Swimming pool water heaters give you maximum time in your swimming pool, by heating the water and reducing the risk of getting cold. The water heater is installed outside the pool between the pool...

DE swimming pool filters use filter screens and Diatomaceous Earth to keep water clean. Use the following steps to pre-coat a Haywood DE-4800 swimming pool filter following a back flush and...

Swimming pool water is often filtered using DE (Diatomaceous Earth). Use this process to back flush and rinse a Haywood DE-4800 pool filter. Click the photos to zoom into the images and refer to...

In-ground automatic pool cleaners operate popups in the bottom of the pool. Water is pumped to the Quikclean valve assembly and its mechanism rotates to operate the popup zones. If you notice...

Pool filter sand requires changing every three to four years, depending on the usage and care given to the pool. The correct type of sand is #20 silica sand, which has a grain size of between...

Build a DIY solar pool heater to take advantage of free energy from the sun. Solar power can raise the temperature of your pool several degrees and extend your swimming season by at least three...

You've done everything you can think of...and your water is still cloudy. You've backwashed, chlorinated, added algecide and on and on. Cloudy always means a filtration problem, and almost never a...

Cleaning your pool's filter is essential in maintaining a healthy pool. When the filter is clean, the water will remain clean and clear for an enjoyable swimming pool experience. Whether you use a...

A pool can get sand from external sources or the filter. Check your yard and your neighbors' yards, local construction sites, any type of nearby home improvements and vacant areas. Wind can blow...

If your Jacuzzi diatomaceous earth (D.E.) filter is not filtering properly, there are several steps you can take to identify and correct the problem. The most common symptom of a filter problem is...

The Pentair FNS Plus pool filter is a diatomaceous earth (D.E.) filter which removes impurities from pool water down to as small as 5 microns. Regular filter cleaning is important to keep the...

If the water in your pool is too cold, a gas heater is one option to increase the water temperature and increase the amount of time and enjoyment you get from your pool.

Have the prices for new pool heaters driven you to take drastic measures to heat your pool? Before you consider the unthinkable, attach a hose to that water heater and have your friends over for...

Your swimming pool depends on a combination of your diligent maintenance and an appropriately sized and fully functional filter system. Sand filters are and have historically been the overwhelming...

At the heart of any pool filtering system, such as a sand filter, the driving force behind it is an appropriately sized pool pump. The power that the pump generates pushes the pool water through...

There comes a time in the life of a sand filter when even the best maintenance can no longer help the sand inside. After about three to four years, the individual grains of sand have become worn...

A sand filter is the most common way to filter foreign particles out of a swimming pool. These workhorses operate for at least 8 hours a day during swim season. Keep your filter operating at peak...

The ideal swimming pool has clear water that is sufficiently sanitized and healthy for you and your family to enjoy. To achieve that goal, a number of things are required, including a good...

So you want to install a sand filter? If you are strong, patient and handy you can do it yourself and save some money on labor while doing it.

The pump and filter system associated with an above ground swimming pool is the first line of defense in maintaining clear and clean water. Without it, the pool would quickly turn unusable. In...

Good filtration is one of the keys to having a successful pool that is clear and sparkling. A sand filter is one of several types of filtering systems that can accomplish this. Although all parts...

Your swimming pool's filtration system is your first line of defense against algae and bacteria, so it's essential that you keep it in good running order. One of the most important maintenance...

Not only are vinyl pools easy to set up and maintain, they are also easy to drain and store during the off season. In addition to being very versatile, these pools come in a variety of sizes and...

While most filters will help control algae, this is more likely to be a chemical problem. Adding more chlorine to the pool on a more consistent basis will take care of the problem in a much more...

Filters are vital to a pools cleanliness and pressure. The filter helps eliminate the smallest debris to a large amount of dirt that gets into the pool's water. The filter also assists the...

TRICKS OF THE TRADE FROM A FORMER POOL SERVICE PROFESSIONAL

The swimming pool check valve, or backwash valve, allows water and debris to enter your pool but not go back out. This allows the water to be filtered and then fed back into the pool. This valve...

Keeping a swimming pool clean and clear is simple if you use a filter cartridge. Those filters won't be effective, though, unless you keep them clean and replace them regularly. Follow these steps...

The pool filter is a necessity for anyone wanting to keep a pool crystal clear and safe to swim in. This device constantly feeds the pool water through a fine filter that removes any debris from...

Multiport valves go by a variety of names including the filter control valve, the backwash valve or the Vari-Flo valve. The multiport valve controls the direction and flow of the water in your...

Keeping your swimming pool clean means knowing some pool maintenance that you can do yourself. The two main kinds of filters are sand and diatomaceous earth (DE). Either filter helps to keep your...

If you have a pool, you should know how to perform basic maintenance and repairs. If you think the pressure gauge has stopped working properly on your sand filter, it might be time for a...

It is an exercise in logic, and not a very difficult one, at that: if it is warm enough outside to swim, the sun must be providing enough energy to heat the water in the pool. It is not all that...

Many people are discouraged from buying a house with a swimming pool in the backyard because they feel intimidated by the amount and difficulty of the work to maintain it. But once you get the...

Prime is the term we use to state that the air has been mostly purged from the pump and the pump is moving water. When you have lost the prime, your pump is no longer pumping water through it....

Next to your pump and filter, the multiport valve is your most important piece of equipment. The multiport valve is also known as a Vari-Flo valve, backwash valve, or filter control valve. It is...

We are often asked how often you should change the sand in your filter. We would recommend changing the sand every five years.