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: … Read more
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 … Read more
Follow the journey of choosing a pool filter. Compare sand, cartridge, and DE filters with pros, cons, and maintenance needs. Choosing a pool filter felt overwhelming at first. Sand, cartridge, DE — every guide seemed to contradict the last. Here’s the journey I went through, what I learned, and how I made the final decision. … Read more
We bust myths about variable-speed pumps. Learn how much energy and money they really save compared to single-speed models. Variable-speed pumps are marketed as the future of pool efficiency. But are the savings real or just hype? Let’s run the math so you know what to expect before you buy. Myth 1: A Pump Running … Read more