If you missed the last post in the series where we talked about Facility Operations, click here. Section 4.7.1.9.1 of the MAHC covers opens with: Over 22% (approximately 20,000) of the …
Chloramine Smells
Can you tell if a place has a pool by the smell? Do you know what that smell is? We are talking smelly pools in this blog.
ORP Chemistry Controllers
ORP Controllers
Controller Sensor Care
Maintenance tip for caring for your pool/spa controller sensor.
Understanding the Model Aquatic Health Code: Facility Operations
In today’s post, we’ll be looking at some of Section 6.4.1 Operations, starting with the first paragraph. (If you missed the intro to this series, click here.) 6.4.1.1.1 Develop The …
Random Objects Found in Pools
We’re listing some of the random objects and things we’ve found in a pool or spa.
Pro Pool Maintenance Tip: Corrosion and Acid
Over the years I have seen hundreds of thousands of dollars in damaged pump room equipment due to the improper storing of muriatic acid tanks/barrels within the pump room. On …
Chlorine Generators; Residential vs Commercial – Part 1
While reading through a recent trade journal a headline caught my attention “Make more money selling Salt Chlorine Generators”. The article started off with,” Salt chlorine generators can be one …
Summer Issues with Recreation Activities in Water
Opinion piece by our resident Greek.
Understanding the Model Aquatic Health Code: Series Intro
This is the introduction to a series that will take a look at the Model Aquatic Health Code and our interpretation of it.
Valve Sequencing Revisited
Knowing which valves you open and close in the pump room while performing maintenance is important.
Identifying Mystery Particulates in Your Pool
Do you have stuff floating in your pool? Read about particulates and what can cause them.
Pool Maintenance is Water Quality
Pool Maintenance is Water Quality. We cannot stress how much having your water under control is essential.
The Evolution of the Business in the Aquatics Industry: Spray Parks
By: Wes King As a parent one of the things I’m always looking for is fun outdoor activities for the kids. This does come with some caveats such as not …
The Evolution of the Business in the Aquatics Industry: Hospitality
One pool expert’s observation on a hotel pool.
The Evolution of the Business in the Aquatic Industry
By: Wes King I remember when I could go to my local neighborhood pool and just swim and play with my friends. There was a chain-linked fence, a folding table …
Give “Why” a Try
Curiosity can kill a cat but it can save you money with your aquatic facility; pools, spas, splash parks, etc. Solve more problems by asking why and get to the root of the problem.
Winter Skin – Tis the Season for Itchy Skin
If you are associated with public swimming pools then you have heard this one before “What have you done to the water, my skin gets really itchy these days?” …
Reasons to Consider A Salt Water Pool
The content of this article mainly pertains to residential swimming pools. The benefits of salt are universal. There is so much to like about swimming pools. For one, it gives …
Pump Room Air Quality
How is your pump room air quality? Every commercial Aquatics facility is bound to have harmful chemicals, both stored and in use, to manage the water chemistry of their swimming …