Practical articles for pool owners on skimming, water testing and choosing the right equipment.
8 articles
Pool Care · Archive date: · 2 min read
Turn off the pump, remove the Polaris from the pool, and check the tail sweep for grit, scale, or damage. Rinse gently, then reinstall it per the manual.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Pool Care · Archive date: · 3 min read
A simple scoop pool cleaner removes floating leaves and debris before they sink. Skim slowly, empty often, and turn off the pump before opening a skimmer basket.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Pool Care · Archive date: · 3 min read
Pool cleaners usually come in four types: manual, suction, pressure, and robotic. Each cleans differently, and the best fit depends on your pool and maintenance needs.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Pool Care · Archive date: · 3 min read
Choose a robotic pool cleaner by matching it to your pool shape, debris load, and maintenance tolerance. Prioritize easy basket cleaning and manual guidance.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Pool Care · Archive date: · 3 min read
For many pool owners, yes. A robotic cleaner can reduce manual vacuuming, work independently of the pool filter, and handle routine debris cleanup.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Pool Care · Archive date: · 3 min read
Use an automatic pool cleaner by matching it to your pool type, preparing the water and baskets first, then running it according to the manual and watching for problems.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Pool Care · Archive date: · 3 min read
The right pool cleaner depends on debris, pool size and shape, and how much hands-on work you want. Match the cleaner to your equipment and routine.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Pool Care · Archive date: · 3 min read
A robotic pool cleaner uses its own motor, brushes, and built-in filter to clean the pool floor, walls, and waterline without relying on the pool pump.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.