Practical articles for pool owners on skimming, water testing and choosing the right equipment.
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Skimming & Debris · Archive date: · 3 min read
If your skimmer misses leaves, the cause is usually low water level, weak suction, a clogged basket, poor circulation, or a stuck weir door.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Pool Care · · 1 min read
A quick routine for keeping pool circulation moving and catching debris early.
Pool Care · · 1 min read
Match a skimmer to the debris, pool layout, and amount of hands-on care you prefer.
Skimmer Equipment · Archive date: · 3 min read
A skimmer basket traps leaves before they reach the pump and pool filter. Learn when to empty it, what problems a full basket causes, and when to call help.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Water Chemistry · Archive date: · 4 min read
Look for repeated clues such as haze, scale, and weaker chlorine performance, confirm the trend with reliable testing, and know when to call a pro.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Filtration & Circulation · Archive date: · 3 min read
A fast pressure climb usually means the filter is loading up, but baskets, valves, water flow, or water quality can also be restricting circulation.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Seasonal Pool Care · Archive date: · 3 min read
Winterizing an above ground pool means cleaning, lowering the water as the manual directs, protecting the pump and filter, and fitting a secure winter cover before freezes begin.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 23, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Pool Troubleshooting · Archive date: · 3 min read
Black algae usually needs aggressive brushing, vacuuming, circulation cleanup, and label-guided treatment. Persistent spots or equipment issues may need a pool professional.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 23, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Pool Troubleshooting · Archive date: · 3 min read
The fastest safe way to clear cloudy pool water is to remove debris, restore circulation, clean the filter, and test the water before swimming.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 23, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Water Chemistry · Archive date: · 3 min read
The most reliable way to lower cyanuric acid is to replace some pool water with fresh water, then retest. If the level stays high, get professional help.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 23, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Filtration & Circulation · Archive date: · 3 min read
To change sand in a pool filter, shut off the pump, relieve pressure, open the tank, remove the old media, inspect the internals, and refill to the manual’s level.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 23, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Skimming & Debris · Archive date: · 3 min read
Turn off the pump, lift the skimmer basket slowly, empty debris into a bag, rinse it away from the deck, and reseat it correctly to keep your pool tidy.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.