Practical articles for pool owners on skimming, water testing and choosing the right equipment.
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Pool Troubleshooting · Archive date: · 3 min read
To get rid of algae in an above ground pool, remove debris, brush all surfaces, vacuum loosened growth, and keep the filter running and maintained correctly.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Pool Troubleshooting · Archive date: · 3 min read
No suction at the skimmer usually comes from low water, a clogged basket, a stuck weir, a closed valve, or loss of prime. Start with safe, simple checks.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.