Notes from the deep end

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Above-Ground Pools · Archive date: · 3 min read

Installing a Pool Skimmer: Above-Ground vs. Concrete Pool Differences

Pool skimmer installation depends on construction: above-ground pools may use hanging or through-wall units, while concrete pools usually need structural and plumbing work.

Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.

Above-Ground Pools · Archive date: · 3 min read

How to Vacuum an Intex Pool Without a Skimmer

You can vacuum an Intex pool without a skimmer by using a self-contained or manufacturer-approved pool vacuum designed for above-ground pools.

Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.