Swimming Pool Tips and Reviews

  Cleaning cartridge pool filters can be a real chore and a real pain. If you do pool service cleaning 4-5 of these during the filter cleaning season can really take a toll on your back and your time out on your pool route. The Cyclone Cartridge Cleaner solves both of these problems for you. It will make cleaning the cartridges faster and since the cartridge is now off of the ground it will also help with the back pain created from bending over them as you clean them. The current list price is $229.00 without the stand. If you want the stand you can add it to your order for an additional $79.00. If you are looking for a way to make cartridge filter cleaning easier and faster this is a tool for you. Especially if you clean a lot of the Quad Type (4 Cartridge) filters on your pool route. For a homeowner, this would be the perfect tool to make your cartridge cleaning chore a breeze. Included is the nozzle is seen in the video to make things simple as it is the most effective nozzle fo...

 Polaris has always been a top robotic pool cleaner manufacturer. Since their parent company, Fluidra acquired Aqua Products (Better known as Aquabot) I have been waiting for a merging of the two techs into one superior robotic pool cleaner. The Epic line of cleaner is surely this. Compact, powerful, and super smart, these cleaners are part of the next generation of Polaris cleaners. There are 3 models with the Epic 8642 iQ being the top-of-the-line model. It features in-app control and if your budget allows this would be the model of choice. The compact size can be deceptive as this cleaner really is a workhorse and is suitable for larger pools. I also like the included transport and storage caddy. About the Epic 8642 iQ from Polaris: Power, Agility and Convenient Control Why wait around for your pool cleaner at home when you can clean your pool regardless of where you are… With the convenience of iAquaLink® app control for on-the-go cleaning and remote control capabilities, the P...

First off the new Jacuzzi JDE pool filter is made here in the USA. This assures you are getting a well manufactured and quality product. The fact that Leslie’s gives you a solid 3-year warranty through their Equipment Protection Plan (2-year manufacturer plus 1 extra year from Leslie’s) is another sign that they stand behind their product.  Here are some of the features of the JDE48: The Jacuzzi JDE48 48 sq. ft. DE In-Ground Pool Filter provides superior efficiency and water clarity for in-ground pools and spas of all types. Includes multiport valve 2-1/2" internal piping Fiberglass reinforced polypropylene body for superior strength Multi-Handle design Heavy-duty tamper-proof clamp industry-proven D.E. grids "Start-Service" dial on the stainless steel pressure gauge 1-1/2" bottom clean-out port 2-1/2" hi-temp PVC slide valve available 2-1/2" x 2" Multi-Port Valves - available in Slip or FPT Convertible to cartridge by simply changing the internals Ma...

PoolRx is a Mineral Technology that does two very simple things when used in your pool or spa; it eliminates all algae and will allow you to use less chlorine during the pool season. The active ingredient is Copper Sulphate Pentahydrate (chelated). What Chelated means is that the metals in the PoolRx have been bonded to form two coordinated bonds similar to what Metal Sequestering Agents do. This means that the Metal Ions will remain in the PoolRx unit with no metal ions being introduced into the pool or spa water. PoolRx is Chelated so the metal ions stay within the PoolRx unit itself. Make sure that you choose the right size PoolRX unit so that the treatment will be effective. You can place it either in your skimmer or pump basket. When you first insert the unit run your pool for 3-4 hours. Then run it the normal cycle to get at least one full cycle of water from the pool, into the filter, and back into the pool again. The PoolRx unit should last 4-6 months. PoolRx eliminates all alg...

 Retrofitting is a big thing in the pool and spa industry and the Circupool RJ Series salt systems are designed to fit in the exact footprint of a Hayward AquaRite Salt Chlorinator. Same cell size so if you have a Hayward Turbo Cell this will fit in the exact unions. It also uses the same flow sensor plug so no replumbing is required. You would just need to install the power unit/control box and you are done. Of course, you can use it on a pool without an existing salt system but I think the retrofit option is a real bonus to this system.  Here are some of the key features that make the CircuPool Systems so good. 15,000 Hour Cell-Life Unlike other salt systems that work off of a 10,000 lifespan rating, the CircuPool cells are rated for 15,000 hours of use. This means that you will be replacing the cells less often.  Titanium Plates One thing that makes the cell so long-lasting is that the salt cell is constructed with Titanium Plates. Clear Cell Casing The clear cells off...

 Adding borates to your pool and the pools on your pool route has some great benefits. But how do you know the correct amount to add to a pool? This app is a great way to calculate the correct amount and to be within the range of 30-50 ppm of borates: https://www.poolcalculator.com/ Here are the proven benefits of having a Borate level of 30-50 ppm:  Lower Chlorine usage:  Borate helps reduce chlorine usage by eliminating Carbon dioxide and also by keeping the pH stable. Chlorine last longer when the pH is right at 7.6-7.8. When the chlorine is in the ideal range the killing element in chlorine the HOCI is at the most balanced percentage so the chlorine in a pool with a pH of 7.4 is 30% more effective than in a pool with a pH of 8.0. This is a big factor in creating the safest swim environment and the borates will keep the pH much more stable and in turn, make the chlorine much more effective. pH is stable:  The pH won't change much in a pool with Borate in it...

The robotic pool cleaner market is very crowded these days and it will only get more crowded as more and more companies start to enter the market. Aiper is a company that makes many different products from pressure washers to power banks and they also have an interesting line up of robotic pool cleaners: https://aipersmart.com/collections/all-products The AIPER SMART Robotic Pool Cleaner-2021 Model is their entry robotic pool cleaner and it is loaded with lots of great features for the list price of $599.00. To purchase: https://bit.ly/3euCf0ZApier AIPER SMART Automatic Robotic Pool Cleaner with Powerful Dual-Motors, Large Top Load Cartridge Filter, Tangle-Free Cord & Wall Climbing, Ideal for In-Ground/Above Ground Pools Up to 40 Feet (50 ft of cable) Intelligent Efficient Cleaning Features: 2 scrubbing brushes, one on the front and one on the back. Powerful dual-motor will provide excellent grip to the pool surface which allows the cleaner to thoroughly and efficiently cle...

 You hear the words Enzymes, Phosphates, and pool water clarifiers thrown around a lot these days in the industry. But what exactly are these and why would you use them? I unpacked all of this with Alicia Stevens of Natural Chemistry and we also went over several of the premier products that Natural Chemistry makes. Here is the recording I did with her and Chris Marcano. An Overview of Enzymes, Phosphate Removers & Water Clarification With Alicia Stevens of Natural Chemistry #575: https://www.buzzsprout.com/110832/8053638   All About Pool Perfect Max with Alicia Stevens of Natural Chemistry #576: https://www.buzzsprout.com/110832/8053687   An Overview of Phosfree Max & Phosfree with Alicia Stevens of Natural Chemistry #577: https://www.buzzsprout.com/110832/8053752   Water Clarifier-SeaKlear Chitosan Clarifier with Alicia Stevens of Natural Chemistry #578: https://www.buzzsprout.com/110832/8053887   Natural Chemistry Trade Grade Products with Sales Direc...

 Let me first say that I have used a lot of different vacuum system micron bags. One of my all-time favorites is the Riptide 75 micron bag because it is perfect for leaf debris as well as some fine dirt. I’ve used 60-micron bags from Riptide and other manufacturers and these were very good at removing fine dirt. But their new 25-micron bag is really amazing for a number of reasons. Let me just get the fact that there is some resistance in the bag because of the very fine micron mesh. This means moving the vacuum from the spa to the pool with the 25-micron bag on will be a slower process as the air takes longer to evacuate. Also, the bag does get full quickly with the fine dirt so you may need to stop and empty the bag in the middle of vacuuming the pool. Not no major drawbacks when you consider the benefits.  The number one benefit and the reason Riptide even came up with the 25-micron bag was that they want to eliminate the need for system vacuuming or manual vacuuming as we ...

The Riptide Pool Vacuum System made its debut in late 2016. Since then, it has gone through a number of transformations, with each one taking it to the next level a lot like Iron Man’s suit! The Riptide Circa 2021 is the finest version yet and it is packed with so many updated features it should have been called the Riptide SL 2.0. Here are some of the great updated features: High Torque Motor (uses rare earth magnets) High Torque Motor- Our new High Torque motor utilizes rare earth magnets making it the most powerful vacuum on the market The cord -new protective external layer – it just feels so solid and durable Cord Clip – secures the cord to the cart so no more worries of it falling off and dragging on the ground Stainless steel endplates on the vacuum head The cart is now e-coated before powder coating &t he Transport Rack Is e-coated now too - Electrostatic Coating- All of our powder coated parts are now electrostatic coated (ecoating) and then powder coated over. This makes ...

Pool filtration is a big deal. For me, it is one of the three pillars of pool care. Filtration, Circulation, and Sanitation. Listen to chemistry expert Bob Lowry unpack pool filtration and cloudy water for you. Bob Lowry has created over 100 chemicals used in today’s Pool & Spa Industry and has written over 20 books on pool & spa chemistry.  He has been in the industry for over 47 years and is the Lead Consultant at Lowry Consulting Group, leads the Pool Chemistry Training Institute, and has created the Certified Residential Pool & Spa Certification Program. Learn more at  https://pcti.online/ Filtration: Your pool' filter is often overlooked and in fact, it is the key to the entire equation. If your filter is undersized, dirty or in poor working order circulation and sanitizer are affected negatively. You can run your pool for 24 hours with a dirty filter and have plenty of chlorine (sanitizer) in the water and you will have cloudy water or water that is not safe ...

Jacuzzi - JCF425 425 sq. ft. In-Ground Cartridge Filter is the newest filter model in the Jacuzzi lineup of pool equipment. I personally prefer cartridge filters and the JCF425 has many great features and it is made here in the USA.  This would be a great choice for a replacement pool filter for your swimming pool. Here are some of the features of the filter from the manufacturer.  The Jacuzzi JCF425 425 sq. ft. pro-grade cartridge pool filter makes a great option for those wanting long-lasting, efficient equipment that really delivers. Manufactured in the USA 2 1/2" Internal plumbing is the largest in the industry. Minimizes restrictions and improves water flow 4 cartridge design offers excellent cleaning capabilities and increases the time between cleaning cycles Pleatco Ultra cartridge filters Chemical resistant fiberglass reinforced polypropylene tank provides exception performance under the harsh elements Heavy Duty Handles on the top for easy maintenance Stainless Steel ...

 First off the new Jacuzzi JDE pool filter is made here in the USA. This assures you are getting a well manufactured and quality product. The fact that Leslie’s gives you a solid 3-year warranty through their Equipment Protection Plan (2-year manufacturer plus 1 extra year from Leslie’s) is another sign that they stand behind their product.  Here are some of the features of the JDE60: The Jacuzzi JDE60 60sq. ft. DE In-Ground Pool Filter provides superior efficiency and water clarity for in-ground pools and spas of all types. Includes multiport valve 2-1/2" internal piping Fiberglass reinforced polypropylene body for superior strength Multi-Handle design Heavy-duty tamper-proof clamp industry-proven D.E. grids "Start-Service" dial on the stainless steel pressure gauge 1-1/2" bottom clean-out port 2-1/2" hi-temp PVC slide valve available 2-1/2" x 2" Multi-Port Valves - available in Slip or FPT Convertible to the cartridge by simply changing the internal...