How to Lower CYA Levels: The Ultimate Guide to Fixing Over-Stabilization
If you’ve been following our 2025 guide to pool chemistry, you know that Cyanuric Acid (CYA) is basically “sunscreen” for your chlorine. It’s essential for protecting your sanitizer from being
The LSI Calculator Guide: Protecting Your Pool Surface from the Inside Out
In our previous deep dives into pool chemistry, we covered the “Big Three”—pH, Chlorine, and Alkalinity. But if you really want to graduate from “pool owner” to “water master,” there
Mastering Pool Chemistry: The Ultimate 2026 Guide to Perfect Water Balance
Have you ever pulled off the pool cover only to find a cloudy, green mess staring back at you? Or perhaps you’ve spent a fortune on chemicals, yet the water
Understanding the Timing: When to Shock Your Pool After Adding Algaecide
Maintaining a clean and algae-free pool requires a combination of preventive measures and reactive treatments. Algaecide and shock treatments are two essential components of pool maintenance, but understanding the proper
Keeping Ducks Out of Your Pool: Effective Strategies for a Cleaner Pool Environment
Ducks can be charming visitors to your backyard, but when they decide to take a dip in your pool, they can leave behind a messy and potentially unsanitary situation. Duck
Dealing with Low Cyanuric Acid Levels in Your Pool: Causes and Solutions
Maintaining proper cyanuric acid levels in your pool is crucial for ensuring effective chlorine stabilization and protection against UV degradation. When cyanuric acid levels drop too low, it can compromise
What to Do If You Find a Tear in Your Pool Liner: A Step-by-Step Guide for Pool Owners
Discovering a tear in your pool liner can be a cause for concern for any pool owner. Whether the tear is small or large, addressing it promptly is essential to
The Benefits of Adding Salt to Your Freshwater Pool: Exploring a Safer and More Comfortable Swimming Experience
When it comes to pool maintenance, many homeowners seek alternatives to traditional chlorine-based systems. One increasingly popular option is converting a freshwater pool into a saltwater pool by adding salt.