Pool School

A saltwater pool is actually a chlorine pool. The salty water passes through a saltwater chlorine generator and converts the salt into chlorine. Download our Pool Care Handbook and Video Course and get 10% off by using the promo code PODCAST: https://www.swimuniversity.com/pool-care-handbook/?utm_source=transistor&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=podcast_description

The short answer is YES and we'll get into all the reasons in this episode. Download our Pool Care Handbook and Video Course and get 10% off by using the promo code PODCAST: https://www.swimuniversity.com/pool-care-handbook/?utm_source=transistor&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=podcast_description

It will depend on the cause. Chemical imbalances, high levels of organic contaminants, or a low calcium level can all create pool foam. In some cases, shocking the pool will solve it. In others, you may need to balance the water chemistry or change the pool chemical brands you’re using. Download our Pool Care Handbook and Video Course and get 10% off by using the promo code PODCAST: https://www.swimuniversity.com/pool-care-handbook/?utm_source=transistor&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=podcast_description

Calcium hardness is like pool insurance. It helps protect the life of your pool and its equipment. Download our Pool Care Handbook and Video Course and get 10% off by using the promo code PODCAST: https://www.swimuniversity.com/pool-care-handbook/?utm_source=transistor&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=podcast_description

In the simplest of terms, pool stabilizer (or chlorine stabilizer, pool conditioner, CYA, Cyanuric Acid) helps chlorine stay in the water longer. Download our Pool Care Handbook and Video Course and get 10% off by using the promo code PODCAST: https://www.swimuniversity.com/pool-care-handbook/?utm_source=transistor&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=podcast_description

This is a question we get a lot and it's extremely important. Let's dive into the why and how to keep the pool pH and alkalinity balanced. Download our Pool Care Handbook and Video Course and get 10% off by using the promo code PODCAST: https://www.swimuniversity.com/pool-care-handbook/?utm_source=transistor&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=podcast_description

Backwashing is the act of cleaning your pool filter, but this only applies to sand and D.E. pool filters. So if you have one, listen to this episode. Download our pool maintenance handbook and video course and get 10% off by using the promo code PODCAST: https://www.swimuniversity.com/pool-care-handbook/?utm_source=transistor&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=podcast_description

This is a question we get asked a lot and we dive into how liquid solar covers are made and the impact it has on swimmers. Download our pool maintenance handbook and video course and get 10% off by using the promo code PODCAST: https://www.swimuniversity.com/pool-care-handbook/?utm_source=transistor&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=podcast_description

Got ducks in your pool? No problem. Matt offers 5 easy ways to keep ducks from infesting your pool and backyard. Download our pool maintenance handbook and video course and get 10% off by using the promo code PODCAST: https://www.swimuniversity.com/pool-care-handbook/?utm_source=transistor&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=podcast_description

Testing your pool water is important, and Matt walks you through how to take the perfect pool water sample and the best way to test your water accurately. Download our pool maintenance handbook and video course and get 10% off by using the promo code PODCAST: https://www.swimuniversity.com/pool-care-handbook/?utm_source=transistor&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=podcast_description