Why is my auto cover not suggested to be used as a winter cover?
Auto covers in our Maryland area are great during the summer months, however during our winter months it can be very risky to use an auto cover as a winter cover. We can get large accumulations of rainwater and snow during the winter months, this along with freezing temperatures does not make the use of […]
Are these new variable speed pumps and motors REALLY that energy efficient?
Except for your HVAC system, your pool pump is the largest energy consumer in your home. Once we reviewed the actual numbers, we were astounded to see how much money somebody could save by upgrading to a new variable speed pump. For example: A traditional 1hp pump running 12 hours a day costs about $92 […]
When should I close my pool?
Swimming weather usually lasts through September in our area, and often into October. There is usually no real risk of freezing until after Thanksgiving, so there is no reason to hurry up and close your pool. The biggest factors in determining when to close your pool is how many trees you have and which type […]
Why is it important to have an end-of-season water analysis?
Before you close your pool, it is important to have an end-of-season water analysis performed on your pool. Even though you will not be using the pool in the winter, it is still crucial to make sure the pool is in balance while it is dormant. In fact, it is even more important than when […]
Is It Time To Replace Your Old Safety Cover?
Depending on the manufacturer, you can expect 8-15 years of life from your safety cover. If you have a Loop-Loc Cover and know your original order number or the year of purchase, Loop-Loc can reproduce your cover for you without ever seeing your old cover. Call us with that information and we will arrange an […]
Which heater is right for my pool?
If you want to do one thing to increase how much time your family spends in the pool, adding a pool heater to your equipment system is probably the answer. In this area, a heater should probably be a standard piece of equipment on every pool. That is why Watercrafters offers both gas heaters and […]
What Should I Do Once I Have Opened My Pool?
During the first week after you have started your pool system, run your pump and filter continuously (24 hours a day – 7 days a week) in order to filter out the impurities that have accumulated all winter. If you have a timer, disable it so that it will not interfere with this. After your […]
What is Pool Tonic and why do I want to use it?
Pool Tonic is a proprietary blend of phosphate remover and clarifier. Its active ingredients bind to orthophosphate and other contaminants so that they can be more easily filtered from the pool. It is used as a remedy for a “sick” pool– one that is dull or hazy or seems to have recurring problems. In a […]
How do I backwash my DE filter?
Backwash your filter when the pressure reaches 10psi over the “clean reading” to obtain the best filtering capabilities. If your pool is dirty, green or cloudy, backwashing may be a frequent task. This is because the filter is doing its job of pulling out the problem causing contaminants. Remember, every pool is different. Your pressure […]
Why isn’t my Polaris working properly?
Usually, this is due to low flow. Empty your pump and skimmer baskets and then backwash your filter. If the screen on the Polaris wall fitting is clogged, that will also cause low flow to the cleaner. Disconnect the cleaner from the wall. Inside the wall fitting, there is a small mesh screen that needs […]