• Why is my pool cloudy?

    A cloudy pool can be caused by a variety of reasons, sometimes we won’t know what caused the issue in the first place, but here are some possible reasons why your pool may become cloudy: Lack of sanitizer. The sanitizer (chlorine or bromine) in the pool needs to be within its ideal range.  If the […]

  • Why is my pool green?

    Green pools.  Is there anything more annoying than waking in the morning and looking out the window to find the pool green?  Ugh! Here’s the thing, a green pool is typically caused by an algae outbreak in the water.  Algae thrives in water that is not properly sanitized or circulated.  Let’s look at some possibilities […]

  • Why the circulation system needs to be in top running order

    The circulation system of your swimming pool consists of the pump, the filter, the skimmer, main drain (Inground) and returns.  These parts all work together to keep the water moving and to remove any contaminants that have found its way into the water.  Providing you and your loved ones sparkling, safe water to enjoy all […]

  • Why clean your pool filter?

    Your pool filter is an essential part of your circulation system that removes the particulate matter that can make the pool appear hazy or cloudy.  Throughout the swimming season you should rinse a cartridge filter or backwash a sand/glass filter to remove any build-up of the particulate matter, especially if it causes a low flow […]

  • Why open the pool early?

    We receive a lot of questions every season about when, in the spring, is the best time to open the pool.  We recommend opening the pool by May 11th, the earlier you open, the better it is.  There are several benefits to opening your swimming pool early: Opening the pool early can help ensure the […]

  • Why you should consider investing in a Hayward Hydrapure

    The Hydrapure system is an advanced oxidation process that combines the germ-killing properties of UV with the shock power of ozone to form hydroxyl radicals that destroy 99.9% of chlorine-resistant microorganisms. But what does this mean? As the water moves through the Hydrapure system it passes through a chamber where ozone molecules are generated.  The […]

  • Why is my pool pump not working properly?

    Pool pumps, at times, can be finicky and cause problems with the pool circulation system.  Although there are many reasons your pump may be causing you problems, here are a few of the more common issues you can check before calling a pool professional out to help.  (Some troubleshooting is duplicated through the various issues, […]

  • Why is my pool filter not working properly?

    Your pool filter is an important part of the pool’s circulation system and when it is not working properly you can find your pool suffering.   There are many reasons why the filter is not working properly, let’s look at the more common causes: Dirty Filter  Dirt and debris can accumulate in the pool filter […]