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Performing a controlled pool water drain

We are considering a controlled pool drain on a couple of older pools that we believe the pool surface will not be able to make it through a full drain...you know what I'm talking about...and the home owner either can not handle the cost or wants to

Started by Jody Perez

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Precipitate

Anyone else encountered this stuff?

Looks like dirt but dissolves like fairy dust when you brush it.

Usually forms in this pool within 3-4 hours after vacuuming to waste.

Water is in balance, no phosphates. Just started happening this year.

Lorie

Started by Stu's Pool Service in Pool Service Topics

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Beta Testers Needed

Late July/Early August, 2015, I will be taking delivery of a new Multi-Tork socket, Model MT-1005. The socket is a steel disk with welded steel pins of various length, positioning and diameter and a 3/8"-drive square socket hole. It fits and quickly

Started by Tal Millican in Pool Service Topics

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Pool renovation

Hi everyone.I have just joined as I have a major pool project and would really appreciate some advice on what is possible.I am buying a house which has a swimming pool which as you will see from the photos is old and needs draining and a lot of maint

Started by Claire g in Advanced Pool Design

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Pool renovation

Started by Claire g in Advanced Pool Design

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Improper Method of Adding Shock

My electrician handles the maintenance on his pool. He asks me questions about the pool, I ask him about electrical issues. We're all good.

He called me this past weekend somewhat in a panic about the piping at his equipment exploding after super chlo

Started by Kevin Misley in Pool Service Topics

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Coagulants and flocculants are now considered biocides in Europe

The Danish authorities have now started preventing the use of coagulants and flocculants that can remove phosphate, algae or bacteria from water. This is a European Court Judgement that will now be applied throughout the EC and will impact on the ent

Started by Howard Dryden

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safety cover insert

I need one of those foam tubes that can be wedged between a safety cover and a waterfall to close the gap between the cover and the wall and prevent leaves from getting in. I know they exist cuz I've seen 'em, but can't find them online.

Started by Stu's Pool Service in Pool Service Topics

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Salt water discharge and the environment(what damage)

Does anyone have any info or research on what salt water discharge(as in backwashing) does to the environment. I know chlorine is bad enough but it will eventually dissipate ....but what about salt? I was thinking of that poor salamander down in the

Started by Lee Davis

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Average Residential vs Commercial Pool Chemical Usage

Hello everyone!

This is my first forum post here on PGN. Any feedback your have would be greatly appreciated :)

Based on your experience, what would you say the annual average chemical usage is for a residential versus commercial pools? What type of sa

Started by Kimberly Vines

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Borate Effect on SI Calculation

Hi Everyone,

I am new to the forums as a poster but have been carousing them here, at TFP, and at TPF for many years. I work for one of the largest pool builders in North Texas, managing the supply store. Before you crucify me, our margins are very lo

Started by Todd Johnston

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Pool renovation

Started by Claire g in Advanced Pool Design

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Do you know about the MAHC Update Process

It took seven years with many of you involved in writing the Model Aquatic Health Code, it was published nearly a year ago. Now it's time to vote on the over 150 proposed changes to the MAHC this October. It's easy to be involved and have a vote. You

Started by Laurie Batter in Safety, Standards, and Codes

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Building a form for bond beam repair

How would you go about securing a form for bond beam repair? I've repaired tile and coping before and built new pools but obviously the bond beam was perfect there. Should i use masonry nails to help secure the form and just brace from the back? T

Started by Ryan Wheeler in Pool Service Topics

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New start

Thank you in advance. I will add my pic shortly. I am in the process of training with a friend of mine who is a very successful pool builder (contractor) in the north Harris county area of Texas.

I am excited to start and launch my own company. He

Started by Jason in Pool Service Topics

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Rough pool surface

I built a new customized pool about a year ago and now I am having issues with the surface of the pool becoming rough. I recently checked my pool pH which was found to be 7.8. I did acid wash thrice last year. What could be the reason for such a roug

Started by Jason Garfield in Pool Service Topics

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Swimming Pool Lights

With every pool requiring Lights. I set to 10 years ago to design a decent light.

I soon found out that because I was not the installer it had to be simple (IDIOT PROOF)

Now I have achieved this and believe that my range of Swimming

Started by Norman Tyree in Pool Service Topics

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PUMP and WASH and diamond pad polishing

Have many calcium deposits on a marble dust plaster finish pool. Have been getting some very high bids for a pump and wash ($1500) and the polishing (up to $2400). PLUS the cost of water to refill. Can anyone recommend a good contractor in Westc

Started by Ethan in Pool Service Topics

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stainless panel pool like Clayton-Lambert

Looking for experience/feedback on using a panel based stainless system such as Clayton-Lambert manufacturers.

This is for a residential pool built on a 15 degree slope with a wet edge, vanishing on the downhill side.

Received preliminary budget pricin

Started by SuperChief in Advanced Pool Design

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HELP WITH DUCK / GEESE PROBLEMS

ANY CREATIVE SOLUTIONS OUT THERE FOR SHOOING OFF DUCKS AND GEESE?

THEY HAVE BECOME IMMUNE TO A "FAKE SNAKE" - NEED SOME KIND OF A MOTION ACTIVATED SOLUTION THAT PRODUCES A SUDDEN MOVEMENT WHEN THE VARMINTS APPEAR

THEY ARE COATING THE POOL AND POOL DECK

Started by Charles Allen in Business Growth, Expansion, and Current Opportunit

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Pool/Spa Articles

The Journal of the Swimming Pool and Spa Industry - New Volume 6 Now Online

Posted by Que Hales on March 14, 2019 at 9:32pm

The Journal of the Swimming Pool and Spa Industry is coming back! JSPSI, a peer-reviewed technical journal, began in 1995 as a subscription-supported print-based publication. It contained articles at a technical…

Plaster Finishes Should Last 20 Years

Posted by Kim Skinner on February 11, 2019 at 5:07pm

All pool plaster finishes should last 20 years or more. However, some last only 5 to 7 years, and some less than a year before the plaster surface deteriorates, discolors, and looks terrible.

Why the difference? Very often, plaster…

Is Pool Water Balance Always the Problem?

Posted by Kim Skinner on February 6, 2019 at 4:24pm

For 50 years, the pool industry has considered pool water within an LSI of -0.3 and +0.5 to be acceptable and balanced. But recently, and without providing any supporting science or research, the NPC is trying to convince the industry that any…

Are All Color Pigments Good for Pool Plaster

Posted by Kim Skinner on January 17, 2019 at 3:30pm

There are two important issues involved when trying to achieve quality colored pool plaster that will remain durable, attractive, and the proper shade for many years.

The first issue is to utilize superior workmanship practices to achieve…

The Art of Good Pool Plaster Color

Posted by Kim Skinner on January 17, 2019 at 3:25pm

The Art of Good Pool Plaster Color

An attractive plaster color (other than white) is often preferred by pool owners. However, it is very difficult for plasterers to produce a uniform and consistent color. The reality is…

The LSI is Reliable

Posted by Kim Skinner on October 12, 2018 at 3:36pm

Using the Langelier Saturation Index as a guide for maintaining proper pool water balance and to protect pool plaster has become a mainstay in our industry, and we believe, for good reason.

We at onBalance have conducted several LSI…

Aqua Genie

Posted by David Robbins on August 18, 2018 at 7:33am

I have a real old Aqua Genie skimmer with a control valve.

My issue is there is no plumbing schematics detailing how to connect the feed inside the skimmer through the control assembly and into the bottom of the hopper. If anyone knows…

Pool Start-up Alternative for Plaster Pools

Posted by Kim Skinner on July 5, 2018 at 11:15am

Orenda Technologies has recently unveiled a new start-up program that prevents the formation of plaster dust by adding calcium (calcium chloride) to low calcium tap water while filling brand-new plaster pools. We have received communications…

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All Discussions (700)

Performing a controlled pool water drain

Precipitate

Beta Testers Needed

Pool renovation

Pool renovation

Improper Method of Adding Shock

Coagulants and flocculants are now considered biocides in Europe

safety cover insert

Salt water discharge and the environment(what damage)

Average Residential vs Commercial Pool Chemical Usage

Borate Effect on SI Calculation

Pool renovation

Do you know about the MAHC Update Process

Building a form for bond beam repair

New start

Rough pool surface

Swimming Pool Lights

PUMP and WASH and diamond pad polishing

stainless panel pool like Clayton-Lambert

HELP WITH DUCK / GEESE PROBLEMS

Note: this page contains paid content.

Pool/Spa Articles

The Journal of the Swimming Pool and Spa Industry - New Volume 6 Now Online

Plaster Finishes Should Last 20 Years

Is Pool Water Balance Always the Problem?

Are All Color Pigments Good for Pool Plaster

The Art of Good Pool Plaster Color

The LSI is Reliable

Aqua Genie

Pool Start-up Alternative for Plaster Pools

Note: this page contains paid content.