Backwashing your filter should help clear up cloudy water, but sometimes the haze lingers. This post explains exactly how much clarifier to add to a 20,000-gallon pool after a backwash, why post-backwash haziness happens, and how to clear the water for good.
Switching a pool from chlorine to bromine isn't just a chemical swap. It involves a full system flush, new dispensing equipment, and an ongoing cost difference that adds up fast. Here's what you'll actually spend.
Replastering a 12x24 inground pool costs between $2,800 and $6,500 depending on the finish you choose and whether your salt system needs protection or recalibration during the job. This breakdown covers labor, materials, and every salt-specific cost that most quotes leave out.
Replastering a pool in a hot climate is not a one-size-fits-all job. Pebble finishes cost significantly more upfront than standard plaster, but they last two to three times longer in intense heat and UV. This breakdown shows exactly what each finish costs, why climate changes the math, and how to decide which one is worth it for your pool.
Replastering a 15,000-gallon pool is already a significant investment, but adding a fiberglass step insert replacement and a main drain upgrade pushes the scope - and the price - into a different category entirely. This breakdown covers every line item so you know exactly what you're agreeing to before the crew shows up.
Resurfacing a 12x24 fiberglass pool with a tanning ledge and steps typically runs $3,500 to $8,500, depending on the finish material and the condition of the existing shell. This breakdown covers what goes into that range, what the ledge and steps add to the bill, and how to get an accurate quote from a contractor.
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.
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.
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.
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.
