Few things are more frustrating than to see the very stuff that is supposed to be filtering your pool water leaking into the pool. The common culprit involved in DE powder going back into your pool is torn grids but there are a number of other causes as well. Here are a few things to…
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Are Generic Parts Better Than OEM?
You need a part for a pool cleaner, filter, pump or whatever. Moving right along, you go online, pull up the parts diagram, find the part and then you notice you have two options, OEM (original equipment manufacturer) or generic. Now you are in the horns of a dilemma. The OEM part is sooo much…
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5 Biggest Problems with Pool Filters
For a piece of equipment that is not electrical, digital, or highly complex, a pool filter can still cause a great deal of pool owner stress. You might be surprised how many questions we field regarding what is essentially a big tank that water passes through. But since that tank is so vital to the…
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Pool Pump Trips Breaker / GFCI
Electrical problems can be among the most mysterious and frustrating that pool owners experience. They are also dangerous to the untrained DIYer so great caution – or a licensed electrician – is required when attempting to diagnose. Here are the most common reasons we see when it comes to pool pumps tripping….
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Can I Go With A Higher Horsepower Pump?
The proper horsepower for your pool pump depends on a number of factors. So before you jump on the bigger-is-better bandwagon, take a moment to get the facts. Let’s start with an unpopular and incredible statement: A typical size residential pool can be circulated effectively with a 1 HP pump. What?! Only 1 HP? Please…
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Why Is My Motor Running Hot?
If your motor is hot to the touch it may raise the thermometer’s mercury as well as red flags. The excessive heat produced by your motor is a sign of inefficiency and symptomatic of motor damage. In this blog post we will walk through common signs, causes and fixes to an overheating motor….
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Think You’re Cut out to Replace Your Pool Pump Motor? Take This Quiz
If your pump motor is on its last legs you may be pondering doing the repairs yourself. Do you think you’re up for the challenge? Take our test and find out……
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Leaking Pool Pump
The first manufacturer to guarantee a leak-free pool pump is definitely going to corner the market. Until that happens though, pumps will leak and pool owners will probably utter some choice words as they attempt to locate and troubleshoot the source. Let’s review some of the most common leaks and how to address them….
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Why Is My Multiport Valve Leaking?
Multiport valves are the main water route interchange for your pool water. If the water needs to be forwarded, reversed or drained out, it will need to be done through this valve. The routing system inside a multiport valve is essentially water’s equivalent to chutes and ladders. These valves have as many as seven “positions”…
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How Long Should I Run My Pool Pump?
The above question is posed to the likes of me (pool industry folk) on a regular basis. Actually strike that – I impose the answer to that question on homeowners every day because I am tired of seeing them throw away good money. A pump does not need to run 24/7 to keep your pool…
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