Practical articles for pool owners on skimming, water testing and choosing the right equipment.
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Pool Care · Archive date: · 3 min read
Repair pool deck coating by identifying the damage, removing loose coating, fixing the substrate first, and using a compatible patch or resurface method.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Pool Care · Archive date: · 3 min read
Florida pool decks need drainage, regular cleaning, and the right sealer to resist sun, rain, humidity, and algae. Early crack checks help prevent bigger repairs.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Pool Care · Archive date: · 3 min read
Match the repair to the damage: clean and patch small cracks or spalls, but call a concrete professional for sinking, widening cracks, or unstable edges.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Skimming & Debris · Archive date: · 3 min read
Use a skimmer for daily surface cleanup, a pool net for quick pickup, and a leaf rake for heavier or sunken debris to keep your pool clear and safe.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Skimmer Equipment · Archive date: · 3 min read
Weak suction, cracked baskets, repeated clogging, or a sticking weir door can signal skimmer wear. Learn when maintenance is enough and when to upgrade.
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 chlorine changes by morning, confirm the test, review bather load, rain, circulation, and equipment, then get help before overcorrecting.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Pool Care · Archive date: · 3 min read
A small above-ground pool liner hole can often be patched with the right vinyl kit if the damage is minor, the surface is prepared, and the liner is still sound.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Pool Care · Archive date: · 3 min read
Usually not. A pool liner is flexible vinyl, so paint tends to peel, crack, or wear off. Safer fixes depend on whether the problem is fading, staining, or a leak.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Water Chemistry · Archive date: · 3 min read
Use a phosphate test kit or a pool store water test to check phosphates in your pool. Take a clean sample, follow the label, and confirm unclear results.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Pool Care · Archive date: · 3 min read
EC in pool water testing means electrical conductivity, a reading that shows how well water carries current and can hint at dissolved material without replacing routine water tests.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Pool Care · Archive date: · 3 min read
Set your pool heater to the lowest temperature that still feels comfortable for your swimmers, then fine-tune it gradually for weather, use, and energy savings.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.