Landscaping & Outdoor Building

Spas are a great way to relax and unwind after a long day of work, or if you want a romantic evening or a place to hang out with friends. Although chlorine is used in spas to help keep them clean,...

Pond waterfall filters may be expensive, but that does not mean they are complex. Building a waterfall filter yourself can be done with some basic materials found at the local hardware store....

Every healthy and attractive backyard pond or water garden needs a pump to circulate water through a filtration system. Different types of pond pumps require different fittings, but all have the...

Pond waterfalls can add an attractive element to an existing water garden, but they require filtration to keep them running smoothly. Rather than spending hundreds of dollars on a pre-fabricated...

Pool care and maintenance can be expensive and when you need to replace parts, it can be a major purchase. The problems of fine dirt, algae or bacteria in your water can be solved with an...

Most problems with your pool can be traced back to the pump. The pump is an important piece of mechanical equipment because it keeps water circulating and helps to keep the water clean. Whether...

A pool can be a wonderful luxury during the hot summer months. And keeping your pool as clean as possible can be an easy task, especially when you're armed with the knowledge to run your filter...

One of the least expensive ways to supply water to an irrigation system is to pump water from a source of standing water such as a pond, lake or canal. When any of these applications is used, a...

Closing your swimming pool and sand filter can be a daunting task; it signifies the end of summer and the colder weather approaching. It's important that your pool has balanced water and be closed...

The filter is one of the most important parts of your inground pool system. You want to have the cleanest water possible for your family, so make sure you know how to operate your filter...

There is something peaceful and calming about a fish pond. Perhaps it is the lazy way the fish wiggle about in the unruffled water. Perhaps it is the confluence of water, fish and plants that...

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...

A diatomaceous earth (DE) swimming pool filter is designed to remove dirt and debris from your swimming pool as the water cycles through the tank and around the filter. When your pool requires...

Whether you have a pond for aquatic plants or for koi fish, keeping the water clean is essential. There are many expensive chemicals you can buy that do the job, but the cost and harshness is not...

Inground pools, open to the air as they are, continually get dirty during the swimming season. If you don't want to swim in dirty, cloudy water, you'll have to vacuum them once or twice a week....

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...

Your Jacuzzi-brand portable spa filter will become clogged over time, straining the pump system on the spa, and so eventually you must replace the filter. The lifetime of the spa filter can vary,...

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...

The swimming pool's pump is responsible for pumping the pool water from the pool, through the filter and back into the pool. Your pool pump may become clogged or may need to be replaced over time....

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...

Sometimes large amounts minerals like iron in pool water cause the water to change colors and stain the pool walls. They can even discolor hair and nails. The colors vary from brown, red, black...

Maintaining clean water with good chemical balance is crucial in a swimming pool. A proper pool pump system will pump the water through the filter, cleaning and sanitizing the water and pumping it...

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requires construction sites to control storm water runoff to avoid a negative impact on nearby water bodies and wildlife. Silt fence is commonly used for...

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...

Whether you're watering a garden or washing a car, using a rain barrel will save money on your water bill and help the environment at the same time. This fairly simple conversion has the added...

Above ground pools can be a great way to have fun in your backyard, and they can enhance your summer time parties and gatherings. But before you invest in an above ground pool, you should take the...

When sand from the pool filter begins to appear on the bottom of your swimming pool, you will need to do some maintenance on the filter. With a sand pool filter, the solution is simple: The...

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...

Swimming pool heaters are responsible for heating the water. The heater is installed outside of your pool between the pool and the pool filter. The pump pushes water through the pool filter, into...

Salt chlorination systems for residential pools are growing in popularity due to the benefit of not needing to regularly add other forms of sanitizers, such as chlorine tablets, granules or...

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

Saving money is always a good thing. And with the already high costs of maintaining a swimming pool, every little bit saved helps. So, in order to decrease your energy consumption and costs, you...

Algae are microscopic plant organisms that live in the water. They are one of the most common living organisms. They can be found in most bodies of water including swimming pools. The growth of...

In states where the winters don't have below freezing temperatures, pools can be shut down for the winter, but the pumps can be left on so that the water stays clean and free of algae. The pump...

If you live in a region of the country where winter temperatures get below freezing for any length of time, you'll have to close your pool during those months. To close it, you'll also have to...

An inground swimming pool needs a pump to move the water through the filtration system and back into the pool. Without a pump, the water would not pass through the filter. If the filter is not...

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,...

The water in your hot tub is kept clean and free from dirt and bugs by a filter inside the tub. To keep your hot tub functioning properly and the water clean, it is a good idea to replace the...

Cleaning a hot tub filter on a regular basis ensures maximum efficiency and prolonged life of the hot tub. The filter is responsible for keeping the water clean and sanitary. Cleaning a hot tub...

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...

Hayward offers dependable and simple pool pumps for your swimming pool. The pool pump is responsible for pumping water from the pool, through the filter and back into the pool. Your Hayward pool...

Winterizing your swimming pool is essential to preventing damage to the pool and its accessories. The pool's pump is a vital component in its filter system, and must be properly stored to protect...

Diatomaceous earth (commonly referred to as DE) is a type of pool filter offered by Hayward Pool Company. DE is a porous powder with microscopic openings. The openings trap particles while clean...

Many fish farms will raise fish in pools because it is the most inexpensive way to create and maintain a pond environment. An above-ground swimming pool that is not being used for swimming can...

An above ground pool is a wonderful amenity to have on hot, sunny days; but enjoying its advantages takes some work. Maintaining its cleanliness requires much attention, and you must take proper...

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...

Pond pumps are required to maintain a clean pond. They remove unwanted algae and bacteria from your pond. Pumps are crucial to the health of fish or plants in the pond. Proper cleaning of a pump...