The first 30 days with a new above-ground pool set the foundation for everything that comes after. Get the chemistry right early, run your filter enough, and avoid the handful of mistakes that turn a fun summer into a headache. This guide walks you through week by week.
Most above-ground pool problems come down to a handful of chemical mistakes that are easy to avoid once you know what they are. This guide covers the most common beginner errors and how to fix them before they cost you a whole summer. Specific numbers, real advice, no guesswork.
Every new pool owner stares at the chemical aisle and wonders what they actually need. This guide cuts through the noise with a practical starter list - what to buy, what each chemical does, and the order that matters. You don't need a chemistry degree, just a clear starting point.
The first 30 days with a new above-ground pool set the foundation for everything that follows. Get the chemistry wrong early and you'll spend the whole summer chasing problems. This week-by-week guide covers exactly what to test, add, and watch during that critical first month.
Setting up a pool for the first time means stocking the right chemicals before you need them, not after something goes wrong. This starter list covers every chemical a new pool owner needs, what each one does, and the target numbers to aim for. No fluff, no upsells — just the essentials.
Above-ground pools use the same core chemicals as in-ground pools, but beginners often buy too much or add things in the wrong order. This guide covers exactly what you need, the right target numbers, and the mistakes that trip up most first-time pool owners.
