Don’t you hate when a company stops making your favorite product? And people wonder where your trust issues stem from, right? The effects of discontinued pool pumps are frustrating pool owners across the country. If you are replacing your Sta-Rite pump, this blog is for you. Honestly, every day we hear from pool owners looking…
Read MoreChoosing The Right Place For Your Above Ground Pool
“I’d like you to put it right here.” This is what a customer once said while pointing down to his driveway. “Right here,” I laughed. “Yes, I want it on this side about ten feet from the garage,” he said. “I’d like it halfway over so that I can still park my car in the…
Read MoreVideo: Poolside Chat Episode #4 Halloween Pool Party Tips
In today’s special Halloween edition of Poolside Chat, Rob and Matt (AKA Wayne & Garth) discuss… Top 5 Halloween Pool Party Tips Poolside Chat Episode #4 Video Watch the video it’s easier than reading If You like this video make sure to Subscribe to our Youtube Channel…
Read MoreDogs and Above Ground Pools
Every swim season I get a lot of questions about dogs and above ground pools. For some, their canine pets are a big part of the family and they want them to experience everything the family experiences. If they go on vacation, the dog comes along. If they have a cookout, the dog eats some…
Read MoreVideo: Poolside Chat Episode #3 Salt Chlorine Generator Sizes
In today’s episode of Poolside Chat, Rob and Matt tackle another common swimming pool question: How to size a swimming pool salt chlorine generator Poolside Chat Episode #3 Video Watch the video it’s easier than reading 😉…
Read MoreWhat Does My Pump Motor’s Frame (FR) Rating Mean?
Your pump motor’s frame (FR) rating notes three key parts of your motor’s design which will help you match your current motor to a replacement. The three key parts are: Flange Shape Barrel Size Shaft-End Type As we know from previous blogs and how-to guides, the quickest and easiest way to find your pump’s motor…
Read MoreHelp There is Grass Growing in My Pool!
This isn’t a fun pool moment. Picture the scene. You’re happily cleaning your fairly new above ground swimming pool getting it ready for the weekend. As you run the vacuum across the pool, you notice something sticking to the bottom. You try to suck it up, but it is stuck. Then you look closer. “What…
Read MoreVideo: Poolside Chat Episode #2 Leaking Valves & Variable Speed Motors
In today’s episode of Poolside Chat, Rob and Matt tackle two common swimming pool questions: How do I repair a leaking pool filter valve? How do I select the proper variable speed replacement motor for my pool pump? Poolside Chat Episode #2 Video Watch the video it’s easier than reading 😉…
Read MoreReplacing Parts For A Pump You Don’t Have A Model Number For
Whenever customers are looking to replace parts for their pump, I always compare pumps to cars. Let’s say you need to replace the tires on your car. In order to get the correct tires, your mechanic needs to know the correct make, model, and the year the car was made. This information helps the mechanic identify…
Read MoreVideo: Poolside Chat Episode #1 – Custom Covers & Above Ground Pool Parts
Today we have started our new video series, Poolside Chat. We came up with a revolutionary concept – to answer the questions our audience is asking. So that is what the show will be about. We will take one to two questions per week from our audience and answer those every week here on Poolside Chat….
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