Pool Leak Tips – Mini Bucket Test – Page 27

Jul 31, 2026

Why DE Filters Require Careful Recharging: The Right Way to Protect Water Clarity and Filter Performance

There are two types of pool owners with DE filters: those who treat recharging as a measured maintenance step and those who pour powder into the skimmer until it looks like enough. The second approach may seem harmless, but the...

Jul 30, 2026

Why Does My Pool pH Keep Rising Every Day?

The first step is to recognize that rising pH is not always a sign that you added the wrong chemical. Pool water naturally releases dissolved carbon dioxide, and that process can push the pH upward even when the water looks...

Jul 30, 2026

Should You Use Phosphate Remover in a Residential Pool? What Pool Owners Need to Know Before Adding It

The real magic happens when pool care becomes less about adding chemicals automatically and more about understanding what the water actually needs. Phosphate remover can be useful in a residential pool, but it is not a universal cure for algae,...

Jul 30, 2026

How Many Return Jets Should an Inground Pool Have?

Here is a simple truth: the right number of return jets is not determined by pool gallons alone. An inground pool needs enough properly placed returns to move filtered, treated water through the entire swimming area without leaving stagnant pockets....

Jul 30, 2026

Why Is My Pool Water Foamy After Using Algaecide? Causes, Fixes, and Prevention

Here's a simple truth: foam that appears soon after adding algaecide usually comes from the product itself, the amount added, or other material already dissolved in the water. It can look alarming, especially when return jets, waterfalls, or spa spillovers...