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Pool Maintenance Blog
Learn how to keep your pool water clean and balanced with expert tips, step-by-step guides, and troubleshooting advice.
Hot Tub Maintenance Blog
Discover the best ways to maintain your hot tub, prevent issues, and enjoy a relaxing, hassle-free spa experience.
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Replastering a 15×30 Inground Pool With a Skimmer and Two Returns: Full Cost Breakdown
Replastering a 15x30 inground pool typically costs between $4,500 and $9,500 depending on the finish material and your region. This breakdown covers every line item: prep, plaster, skimmer and return fittings, startup chemicals, and the fees contractors don't always mention upfront.
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How Many Gallons Does a 16×32 Above-Ground Pool Hold?
A 16x32 above-ground pool holds between roughly 10,000 and 17,200 gallons depending on whether your walls are 48, 52, or 54 inches tall. This post walks through the exact numbers at each common wall height, shows the math behind them, and explains what the volume means for your chemicals and pump.
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How Long Does a Salt Cell Last and When Should You Replace It?
A salt cell typically lasts 3 to 7 years depending on water chemistry, run time, and how often you clean the plates. This guide covers the warning signs of a failing cell, what kills cells early, and how to decide between cleaning and replacing.
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Winter Water Level for a Pool With a Deep End and Raised Spa Beam
A pool with a deep end and a raised spa beam isn't a standard close - each structure has its own water-level rule, and getting one wrong can crack plaster or pop a beam. This guide gives exact target levels for both, explains why they differ, and walks through the right order to set them.
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Troubleshooting Hub
Pool FAQs
🔹 Cause: Poor filtration, high pH, or excessive debris.
🔹 Solution: Clean the filter, balance pH (7.2-7.6), and shock the pool.
🔹 Cause: Low chlorine levels or poor circulation.
🔹 Solution: Brush the walls, shock the pool, and add an algaecide.
🔹 Cause: High pH (alkaline) or low pH (acidic).
🔹 Solution: Use pH increaser if too low or pH reducer if too high.
🔹 Cause: Chloramines, formed when chlorine binds with contaminants.
🔹 Solution: Shock the pool to break down chloramines.
Hot Tub FAQs
🔹 Cause: Residue from soaps, lotions, or body oils.
🔹 Solution: Use a foam reducer and rinse before using the hot tub.
🔹 Cause: Bacteria buildup or low sanitizer levels.
🔹 Solution: Shock the water and check chlorine/bromine levels.
🔹 Cause: Algae or high metal content.
🔹 Solution: Shock the tub and use a metal sequestrant.
🔹 Solution: Every 3-4 months, or sooner if water quality declines.