PSC Ep. 56: How do I maintain my pool after a storm?

October 25, 2017October 11, 2017 Matthew Simmons 2 Comments

In today’s episode of Poolside Chat, Rob and Matt tackle another common swimming pool question:

How do I maintain my pool after a storm?

Poolside Chat Episode 36: Minimum Swimming Pool Filter Pressure

Poolside Chat Episode #36: Is there a Minimum Filter Pressure (PSI)?

August 10, 2016August 10, 2016 Matthew Simmons 9 Comments

This is Poolside Chat where every week we answer your questions on how to fix and maintain your swimming pool. Poolside Chat is presented by INYOPools.com, helping pool owners find the right parts since 2001. In today’s episode of Poolside Chat, Rob and Matt tackle another common swimming pool question:

Do pool filters have a minimum pressure ratings?

Now here’s your hosts – Matt and Rob.

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“What kind of sand should I use in my sand filter?”

Poolside Chat Episode #32: Which Filter Sand Should I Use?

June 8, 2016June 7, 2016 Matthew Simmons 2 Comments

What kind of sand should I use in my sand filter?

Now here’s your hosts – Matt and Rob.

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Inground Pool Equipment Selection Part 2: Filters

May 30, 2016May 29, 2016 Matthew Simmons 4 Comments

Hello and welcome back to our pool equipment selection series. We’ve already walked you through the process of sizing up the pump. The next step will be to select the type of filter that can handle the size of the pool and the pump. There are three filter types common on residential pools, and they are Sand, Cartridge, and DE. Each have their pros and cons; we will talk you through the basics of each type then we will dive into the finer points. And again, don’t forget to check out part one of the pool equipment selection series in which we discuss how to select and properly size your inground pool pump.

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The Different Filter Systems for Above Ground Pools

April 29, 2016May 6, 2016 Dan Dougher 3 Comments

In my opinion, choosing a filter system is a big consideration when getting an above ground pool. The filter system is what you’ll be working with the most as it’s the main component responsible for taking care of the pool. Of course getting quality products and acquiring the correct size pump and filter for the pool are important, but for the sake of this blog post I’m going to focus on the types of filter systems you can get.

Most of the time above ground pool filter systems come in a pack. It’ll come in one big box and have the pump, filter, base or pad, and any fittings needed for assembly and hoses for attachment to the pool. Here we go then. (more…)