Practical articles for pool owners on skimming, water testing and choosing the right equipment.
50 articles
Skimming & Debris · Archive date: · 3 min read
A skimmer basket that keeps floating up usually signals low water, a poor fit, debris, or suction problems. Use a safe step-by-step check and know when to call a pro.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Skimming & Debris · Archive date: · 3 min read
Reduce skimmer clogging by controlling debris sources, improving circulation, and using covers or barriers so leaves and dirt never reach the waterline.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Skimming & Debris · Archive date: · 3 min read
Learn the safest order for post-storm pool cleanup: check hazards, remove leaves and grit, protect the filter, and know when to call a pro.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Skimming & Debris · Archive date: · 3 min read
The safest, most effective way to remove floating algae clumps is to skim them gently, keep the pump off during basket checks, and address circulation causes.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Skimming & Debris · Archive date: · 4 min read
Find the source, improve skimming and circulation, keep the filter working, and reduce what enters the pool so debris does not keep coming back.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Skimming & Debris · Archive date: · 3 min read
A rattling skimmer lid often points to restricted water flow, low water level, or a loose lid. Here’s how a pool owner can check it safely.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Skimming & Debris · Archive date: · 3 min read
Use a gentle, section-by-section netting method to remove floating debris while leaving settled dirt alone, reducing cloudiness and protecting filtration.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Skimming & Debris · Archive date: · 3 min read
A stuck skimmer weir door can trap leaves, reduce skimmer suction, and worsen surface debris. Try these safe checks before calling a pool pro.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Skimming & Debris · Archive date: · 3 min read
Clear fine surface dust by improving circulation, skimming slowly in sections, and keeping baskets and filter paths clear without stirring debris back into the water.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Skimming & Debris · Archive date: · 3 min read
Leaves in the pump basket usually point to weak skimmer flow, an off water level, a stuck weir door, or a circulation problem that needs closer inspection.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Skimming & Debris · Archive date: · 3 min read
Grass clippings can cloud pool water, clog skimmers, and strain filtration. Remove them fast, turn off the pump before basket access, and prevent repeat messes.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Skimming & Debris · Archive date: · 3 min read
Construction dust can cloud pool water and strain equipment. The safest cleanup is to remove debris, protect the filter, and vacuum settled dust slowly.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.