Practical articles for pool owners on skimming, water testing and choosing the right equipment.
4 articles
Pool Care · Archive date: · 3 min read
A safe above-ground pool starts with a level, well-drained base. Clear the site, remove sod and debris, compact the soil, and follow 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
To turn on a pool heater, make sure the pump is running, water is circulating, and the filter is clean, then set the controls to heat and monitor startup.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Pool Care · Archive date: · 4 min read
Start with a safe water-level check, then narrow the leak to evaporation, the shell, fittings, skimmer, or plumbing. Simple observations can guide next steps.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Pool Care · Archive date: · 3 min read
Plan a pool deck as a freestanding, code-compliant structure that leaves access for maintenance, supports safe entry, and follows the pool manual and local rules.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.