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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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Pool Replastering Cost in Cold Climates: What Changes and Why
Replastering a pool in a cold climate costs more than the national average - and the reasons go beyond just labor rates. This guide breaks down what drives those extra costs, the narrow timing window contractors work within, and how to avoid the mistakes that lead to a failed plaster job.
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Pebble Tec vs Quartz vs Standard Plaster: Which Finish Is Worth the Cost?
Replastering a pool isn't cheap, and the finish you pick changes the price by thousands of dollars. This guide breaks down what Pebble Tec, quartz, and standard plaster actually cost, how long each lasts, and how to decide which one makes sense for your pool and your wallet.
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How to Prime a Pool Pump After Losing Water Flow (Step-by-Step)
When your pool pump loses prime, it spins but moves no water - and every minute it runs dry shortens its lifespan. This guide walks through the exact steps to find the cause and prime your pump back up, with real numbers and common mistakes to avoid.
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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.