Practical articles for pool owners on skimming, water testing and choosing the right equipment.
31 articles
Skimmer Equipment · Archive date: · 3 min read
A worn skimmer lid can crack, shift, or fail to sit flush, creating a safety hazard and circulation problems. Know when to replace it.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Water Chemistry · Archive date: · 4 min read
Protect a vinyl liner by keeping pool water stable: test often, manage pH, alkalinity, chlorine, and calcium hardness, and correct issues early.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Filtration & Circulation · Archive date: · 3 min read
Skimmer and return placement shape how water moves, how debris reaches the filter, and how well treated water mixes throughout the pool.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Pool Care · Archive date: · 3 min read
Confirm the water loss is a real leak, inspect visible equipment and the pool shell, and turn off the pump before opening any basket or access cover.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 23, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Water Chemistry · Archive date: · 3 min read
Put chlorine tablets in the feeder your pool is designed for—like a floater, skimmer basket, or chlorinator—and never loose in the water.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 23, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Water Chemistry · Archive date: · 3 min read
Yes. A saltwater pool still uses chlorine for sanitation, but the salt chlorine generator usually makes it for you. Keep testing and follow the manual.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 23, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Pool Care · Archive date: · 3 min read
To size a pool heater, estimate your pool volume, choose a desired temperature rise, and factor in wind, covers, and heat loss. Bigger pools and colder conditions need more BTUs.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 23, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Water Chemistry · Archive date: · 3 min read
Baking soda can nudge pool pH upward, but its main job is raising total alkalinity. Test first, make one change at a time, and follow the label.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 23, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Water Chemistry · Archive date: · 4 min read
Chlorine lock usually means your pool chlorine is present but not effectively sanitizing. The usual culprits are high stabilizer, poor circulation, contamination, or skipped maintenance.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Skimming & Debris · Archive date: · 3 min read
Stop the pump before checking baskets, skim debris with the right net, and clear twigs early to protect water quality and avoid equipment damage.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Skimmer Equipment · Archive date: · 3 min read
Match the skimmer cover to the opening, frame, and model—not just the old lid—to avoid gaps, wobble, and unsafe fit.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Water Chemistry · Archive date: · 3 min read
If pool alkalinity keeps dropping, repeated acid use, aeration, rain, top-offs, or source water are often the cause. Learn how to trace the pattern safely.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.