Matt Harper

Algae is a common problem for most pool and spa owners, especially in the beginning when trying to get the chemistry right and keep the water clean. And algaecide is one of those chemicals you might not even realize you need until you have a few battles with those nuisance spores yourself. The problem with […]

If you’ve decided to paint your swimming pool, you’re probably already a little overwhelmed by the task itself. It’s definitely a huge project that you’ll want to do right the first time around.  But aside from the project itself is the daunting task of choosing the paint and getting the right tools. Luckily for you,

If you’re ready to fill your above ground swimming pool, I’m going to assume you’ve already taken care of everything else. It’s set up where you want it and the necessary plumbing is installed or you have someone scheduled to install it. But the big question is, “How do you fill it up? Where does

This guide will show you everything you need to know about using cyanuric acid in your pool. Including: What cyanuric acid is What it does for your pool & why you need it How much you should use How to add it to your pool Plus lots more So if you want to become an

Today I’m going to teach you how to finally keep those nasty frogs OUT of your pool, once and for all. Let’s be real: frogs can be a nuisance in the summer. Not only do they tend to hang around your deck areas and pool edges, but you might wake up to find several dead

Today I’m going to show you how to keep those pesky leaves out of your pool … For GOOD. When you’re done reading this post, you’ll have a whole bunch of options available at your fingertips so you’ll never see another leaf in your pool again. The best part? I’ll even show you five quick

Today I’m going to show you how to acid wash your pool, fast and easy. When you’re done reading this article, you’ll finally be able to destroy all that nasty algae stain and calcium buildup that have taken over your once-beautiful pool. Not only that, but acid washing your pool couldn’t be easier. So, allow

In today’s post you’re going to learn how to backwash your sand filter … in 7 EASY steps. Sand filters are pretty easy to maintain, but once in a while, you do need to clean them by reversing the water flow to send clean pool water through it to rinse off the sand, expelling the