Practical articles for pool owners on skimming, water testing and choosing the right equipment.
7 articles
Skimming & Debris · Archive date: · 3 min read
If your skimmer misses leaves, the cause is usually low water level, weak suction, a clogged basket, poor circulation, or a stuck weir door.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Pool Care · · 1 min read
A quick routine for keeping pool circulation moving and catching debris early.
Pool Care · · 1 min read
Match a skimmer to the debris, pool layout, and amount of hands-on care you prefer.
Skimmer Equipment · Archive date: · 3 min read
A skimmer basket traps leaves before they reach the pump and pool filter. Learn when to empty it, what problems a full basket causes, and when to call help.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Water Chemistry · Archive date: · 4 min read
Look for repeated clues such as haze, scale, and weaker chlorine performance, confirm the trend with reliable testing, and know when to call a pro.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Filtration & Circulation · Archive date: · 3 min read
A fast pressure climb usually means the filter is loading up, but baskets, valves, water flow, or water quality can also be restricting circulation.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Seasonal Pool Care · Archive date: · 3 min read
Winterizing an above ground pool means cleaning, lowering the water as the manual directs, protecting the pump and filter, and fitting a secure winter cover before freezes begin.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 23, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.