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Fix cloudy pool water in two tests
Cloudy pool water usually comes from low sanitizer or poor filtration, and by testing chlorine and checking your filter you can bring the water back to clear quickly.
Stop hot tub foam tonight
Foam in hot tubs often comes from soaps, oils, or low sanitizer, and a quick shock with a filter rinse will make the water smooth again.
Silence a noisy pool pump
A noisy pool pump is often caused by air leaks, clogged baskets, or worn parts, and checking water levels, cleaning debris, and adjusting speed will usually quiet it down.
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Pool Heat Pumps & Heaters: What I Wish I Knew Before Buying
Honest lessons about pool heaters and heat pumps. Learn the hidden costs, placement tips, and real performance differences. Heating your pool extends the season, but the buying decision isn’t simple. Here’s what I wish I knew before installing my first heat pump — and what you should know before pulling the trigger. Lesson 1: Heat…
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First 30 Days With a Salt System: What to Expect and Adjust
Learn what to expect in the first 30 days of owning a salt system. Setup, testing, and balancing tips explained step by step. Switching to a salt system feels like magic, but the first month can surprise new owners. Here’s what happens during those first 30 days, and how to keep things smooth. Day 1–3:…
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Robotic Pool Cleaners Ranked: From Overachiever to Weekend Warrior
We ranked robotic pool cleaners with personality. Find out which models act like overachievers, budget warriors, and easy-going helpers. Robotic cleaners are everywhere, but they aren’t all the same. To make sense of the market, we gave them personalities — because every cleaner has quirks. The Overachiever Traits: Cleans walls, floors, waterline. Long runtime. Heavy-duty…
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