Pool Guides & Fixes

Find the best calcium chloride pool alternative to lower hardness. Learn safe swaps for sanitizing and pH control in 2026.

How many skimmers does a pool need? The 2026 standard is one per 400 square feet of surface. Use this rule to size your pool for clean water.

Use calcium chloride for the cheapest way to increase calcium hardness. Learn exact dosing and low-cost sources for your pool.

Fix Pentair ScreenLogic won’t connect locally remotely by resetting the IntelliCenter or adjusting router port forwarding settings.

Mustard algae looks like yellow or brownish-green dust clinging to pool walls. Learn the key identification signs to spot and treat it fast in 2026.

Pentair Jandy pool lights not changing color? Fix the issue fast by power-cycling the switch within 15 seconds to advance the color program.

Pentair Intellichlor IC40 not producing chlorine? Fix scale buildup, incorrect salt levels, and power supply issues fast with these 3 quick steps.

Fix Polaris tail not moving sweeping models 3900, 280, 360, 380 by clearing clogged jets or stuck valves. Restore water flow yourself.

Find the cheapest way to chlorinate a pool using granular trichlor tablets. Save $0.15-$0.25 weekly with this simple, effective 2026 method.

Fix hot tub jets turning on by themselves. Learn to isolate electrical faults, reset your system safely, and decide when to call a pro.