Practical articles for pool owners on skimming, water testing and choosing the right equipment.
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Water Chemistry · Archive date: · 3 min read
Don’t go by time alone. Wait until the shock product label allows reentry and your water test shows the sanitizer is back in the safe range.
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, many chlorine pools can be converted to saltwater, but the change usually means adding a salt chlorination system and checking pool equipment first.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 23, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Water Chemistry · Archive date: · 3 min read
How long you need to wait depends on the chlorine product, circulation, and test results. Swim only when the label says it is safe and the water is in range.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 23, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Water Chemistry · Archive date: · 3 min read
If pool chlorine is too high, stop adding sanitizer, keep circulation going, retest the water, and wait to swim until levels return to a safe range.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Pool Care · Archive date: · 3 min read
A pool heater usually lasts several years, but its lifespan depends on maintenance, water chemistry, climate, and how quickly small problems are addressed.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 23, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Skimming & Debris · Archive date: · 3 min read
Use a long-handled net, turn off the pump before touching skimmer baskets, and wear PPE so sharp debris is removed safely without cuts or 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
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.