Wildlife in the Pool

Wildlife in the Pool When the conditions are right, your winterized pool, heated pool, and even non-heated pool can become an ideal residence for certain critters. Depending on where you live, these can include insects, water bugs, ducks, rodents, and animals. How To...

Foam

Foam Foam in pool water can occur quickly, appearing white or off-white on the surface. Although swimming is safe as long as your pool chemicals are balanced, pool foam can make the water feel sticky and uncomfortable.   What Is Swimming Pool Foam? Unlike regular...

Pool Pump Problems

Pool Pump Problems Even though it’s not overly complicated, a pool pump is the most important component of any pool. Over time, the combination of heat and vibration will eventually create problems, even in the best of pumps. When your pool pump is not working...

Bubbles Coming Out of Pool Jets

Bubbles Coming Out of Pool Jets Seeing bubbles in your pool is a common problem, especially at the start of the pool season. But unless you use an ozone generator installed in your pool plumbing system or have just turned on the pool pump, there should not be a large...

Stains in the Pool

Stains in the Pool Two main types of pool stains can occur: organic and metal. Correctly identifying pool stains and knowing how to clean them effectively will help make their removal easier. Jump To Section: Causes and Types of Stains in PoolsIdentifying Stains in...

Stain and Scale Remover

Stain and Scale Remover Stains and scale can appear in any type of pool, including concrete, plaster, or vinyl liner pools and commonly affect the tile or pool surface. The cause and treatment for both pool stains and scale are similar.   What Causes Scale...