Practical articles for pool owners on skimming, water testing and choosing the right equipment.
77 articles
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.
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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.
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Backwash a pool filter only when pressure rises or flow drops—not by guesswork. Learn the signs, safe checks, and when to call a pro.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
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Weak pool jet flow often points to a clogged skimmer, dirty filter, air leak, or pump issue. Use a safe troubleshooting order and call a pro when needed.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Filtration & Circulation · Archive date: · 3 min read
Weak water flow, noisy operation, air bubbles, and a basket full of debris are common signs your pool pump basket needs attention.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Filtration & Circulation · Archive date: · 3 min read
Run your pool pump long enough to keep water filtered and circulating. The right run time depends on pool use, weather, debris load, and equipment condition.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 23, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
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A pool pump often lasts several years, but lifespan depends on maintenance, runtime, debris load, and whether the motor, seal, and filter stay in good shape.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 23, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
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A pool filter cartridge should be cleaned when pressure rises or flow drops, and replaced when damage, stretching, or poor filtration persists.
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 pool pump that loses prime overnight usually has low water, an air leak, a blocked basket, or a faulty check valve that lets water drain back.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Filtration & Circulation · Archive date: · 3 min read
Find and fix the causes of stagnant water in a pool dead spot by clearing blockages, adjusting return jets, and balancing flow safely.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Filtration & Circulation · Archive date: · 3 min read
You can drain a swimming pool with the pump only if your system has a waste or drain setting and you can keep the pump from running dry.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 23, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Filtration & Circulation · Archive date: · 3 min read
A pool sand filter cleans water by trapping debris in a sand bed as water passes through it. Regular checks and backwashing help keep flow normal.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 23, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.