Practical articles for pool owners on skimming, water testing and choosing the right equipment.
7 articles
Pool Troubleshooting · Archive date: · 3 min read
Black algae usually needs aggressive brushing, vacuuming, circulation cleanup, and label-guided treatment. Persistent spots or equipment issues may need a pool professional.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 23, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Pool Troubleshooting · Archive date: · 3 min read
The fastest safe way to clear cloudy pool water is to remove debris, restore circulation, clean the filter, and test the water before swimming.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 23, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Pool Troubleshooting · Archive date: · 3 min read
Cloudy pool water usually points to poor filtration, debris, or water chemistry problems. Start with safe cleaning, then test the water before adding chemicals.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 23, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Pool Troubleshooting · Archive date: · 3 min read
Brush, vacuum, and clean the filter first, then treat the water exactly by label directions. Keep circulation strong and don’t swim until the pool is clear.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 23, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Pool Troubleshooting · Archive date: · 3 min read
To get rid of pool algae, remove debris, brush all affected surfaces, vacuum loosened material, clean the filter, and keep circulation running correctly.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 23, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Pool Troubleshooting · Archive date: · 4 min read
Algae usually starts when chlorine is too low for the water’s demand, or when circulation and filtration can’t distribute sanitizer well enough to keep growth from taking hold.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 23, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Pool Troubleshooting · Archive date: · 3 min read
Mustard algae is stubborn, so get rid of it by brushing, vacuuming, cleaning the filter, and following label directions. Good circulation and routine care help prevent it from returning.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 23, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.