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Recommended Swimming Pool Chlorination

You always want to make sure that you're testing the chlorine in your pool on a regular basis. Learn about recommended swimming pool chlorination with help from a swimming pool and spa industry...

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Procedure for Ascorbic Acid Treatment for a Pool

If you don't follow the proper procedure for ascorbic acid treatment for a swimming pool, the actual treatment won't be able to do you any good. Learn about the procedure for ascorbic acid treatment...

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What Is the Annual Upkeep on a Swimming Pool?

The annual upkeep on a swimming pool is going to require two major things: time and money. Find out about the annual upkeep on a swimming pool with help from a swimming pool and spa industry...

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How to Clean Swimming Pool Pump Motors

Cleaning swimming pool pump motors can have an almost immediate effect on the cleanliness of the pool's water. Clean swimming pool pump motors with help from a swimming pool and spa industry...

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How to Clear Blockages in the Circulation Lines of a Pool

You can use products like hydro flush to instantly clear blockages in the circulation lines of a swimming pool. Clear blockages in the circulation lines of a swimming pool with help from a swimming...

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Draining a Pool Uphill

Draining your pool uphill requires the careful use of something called a submersible pump. Drain a pool uphill with help from a swimming pool and spa industry professional with over twenty years of...

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What Do You Do When the Water Line to Your Swimming Pool Freezes?

If the water line in your swimming pool freezes the first thing you need to do is shut off all your pumps. Find out what to do when the water line in your swimming pool freezes with help from a...

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Draining a Pool With Broken Glass

If broken glass has gotten into your pool you are going to need to drain all the water for maximum safety. Drain a pool with broken glass with help from a swimming pool and spa industry professional...

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Can You Roto-Rooter a Pool Drain?

Pool plumbing is a little bit different than regular home plumbing. Find out if you can Roto-Rooter a pool drain with help from a swimming pool and spa industry professional with over twenty years of...

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How to Fix "Clogged Orifices" in a Pool Heater

Clogged orifices in a pool heater can really spell havoc for the temperature of the pool's water. Fix clogged orifices in a pool heater with help from a swimming pool and spa industry professional with...

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How to Heat Up a Pool Without a Heater

Heating up a pool without a heater is something you can do with a pool cover. Heat up water in a pool without a heater with help from a swimming pool and spa industry professional with over twenty...

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Hot Tubs in Cold Climates

What better time to enjoy the steamy relaxation of a hot tub than when the wind is howling and the snow is flying? If you take care of your hot tub, there's no reason you can't take advantage of it...

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Compare Pool Vacuum Systems

Pool vacuum cleaners range from economical models that depend on your pool pump for their cleaning muscle to automated robotic cleaners that handle the entire job on their own. The type of cleaner...

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Winter Damage to a Pool Cover

While it offers protection for your pool during the winter months, a pool cover can sustain weather-related damage that will reduce its effectiveness and longevity. Holes, tears or rips in the cover...

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How to Start a Pool Pump for the First Time

After you’ve installed a new pool pump and completed all the plumbing and electrical connections, one very critical procedure remains when you start the pool pump for the first time. To create adequate...

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Maximum Distance Between a Breaker and a Hot Tub

The guidelines for electrical installations are provided by the National Electrical Code published by the National Fire Protection Association. Hot tubs and spas have their own special set of...

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Precautions for Warm-Water Pools

Warm-water pool use carries additional risks to your health than cool-water pools. When overheated, your body sweats to cool down. When submerged in warm or hot water, sweat can't do its job, and your...

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Is Flagstone Good to Put Around a Pool?

Flagstone is a natural, eye-appealing, decorative stone that can be professionally cut into smaller pieces to create pavers for walkways and patio areas. Due to its durability and natural aesthetics,...

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Pool-Friendly Landscaping in Arizona

Swimming pools are popular features of Arizona properties due to much of the state's hot, dry summers and mild winters. Plants can enhance and beautify a pool setting, softening and framing the pool...

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The Top 10 Swimming-Pool Heaters

The right pool heater can significantly extend your swimming season, but not every pool owner has the same needs. If you want to get the most for your money, you'll have to consider your budget,...

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