Effortless Pool Maintenance

We recommend brushing the walls and floor of your pool at least once a week. This helps prevent algae buildup and dislodges dirt that can then be removed by your filter. Our Water TechniX brushes are perfect for this regular task.

It depends on usage, but a good rule of thumb is to clean your filter when the pressure gauge reads 8-10 PSI above its normal "clean" reading. For cartridge filters, this is typically every 2-6 weeks. Using a product like our Water TechniX Filter Cleaner and a Waterwand can make the job much faster and more effective.

There are a few common culprits. First, ensure your hose is completely filled with water to create suction and check for any cracks or leaks. Make sure the vacuum head is securely attached to the pole and the hose is properly connected to the skimmer's vacuum plate. A leaky hose or a poor seal is often the issue.

In summer, it's recommended to run your pump for 8-10 hours a day to ensure the entire volume of water is filtered at least once. This is crucial for circulation and keeping the water clear. In winter, you can often reduce this to 4-6 hours a day.

Cloudy water is usually caused by tiny particles suspended in the pool. The first step is always to check your water balance. If that's fine, a clarifier can help your filter grab these particles. For a quicker fix on very cloudy water, a flocculant like our Super Floc will drop all particles to the floor for you to vacuum up.

For accurate results, use a clean container to take a water sample from about elbow-deep, away from the skimmer and return jets. Test strips, like our 7-in-1 kit, are a quick and easy way to check the key levels like chlorine, pH, and alkalinity. Test your water 1-2 times per week during the swimming season.