Pool Cleaning Tips & Tricks
Why Pool Walls Still Need Brushing, Even With a Robot
Choose a surface-safe brush and clean steps, corners and waterline areas your pool robot may miss.
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Pool Equipment
Why Is My Pool Filter Pressure Low? Causes and Safe Checks
Low pool filter pressure can indicate low water, a blocked basket, suction air leak, plumbing restriction, impeller blockage or a failed gauge.
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Pool Equipment
How Long Should You Run Your Pool Pump in Summer in Sydney?
Set a practical summer pump schedule using pool volume, flow, chlorinator output, weather, swimming and pump speed rather than guessing hours.
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Buying Guides
How to Choose the Right Pool Test Kit
Compare pool test strips, liquid kits and digital testers, then learn how to take reliable samples and avoid misleading results.
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Pool Chemicals
Black Spots and Slippery Film in a Pool, Algae, Mould or Staining?
Learn how to distinguish algae, biofilm, staining and surface deterioration before treating black spots or slippery film in a pool.
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Pool Chemicals
How to Maintain a Spa Pool in Sydney, A Practical Weekly Guide
A practical spa maintenance guide covering water testing, filters, covers, cloudy water, foam and a simple weekly care routine.
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Pool Cleaning Tips & Tricks
Pool Chemical Spills, Keep Clear and Get the Right Help
What to do when pool chemicals spill, including emergency contacts and why cleanup must follow the exact product instructions.
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Pool Cleaning Tips & Tricks
Pool Automation Maintenance, Checks That Keep It Reliable
Check schedules, sensors, connectivity and manual operation without disturbing safety interlocks or electrical wiring.
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Buying Guides
How to Keep Leaves Out of Your Pool, Including Safe Leaf Blower Use
A practical guide to using a leaf blower around a pool, clearing gum leaves and choosing between a rake, vacuum and pool robot.
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Pool Equipment
Pool Chlorinator Not Working? Nine Checks to Make
Troubleshoot low flow, low salt, poor chlorine output, timer problems and an ageing chlorinator cell before replacing equipment.
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Pool Cleaning Tips & Tricks
How to Clean Pool Steps and Corners Properly
Clean pool steps, corners, benches and other low circulation areas properly, with the right brush, vacuum technique and checks for algae, staining and poor…
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Pool Cleaning Tips & Tricks
Pool Surface Cracks, What to Check Before Repairing
A crack needs diagnosis before filler. Learn what to photograph, how to monitor water loss and when to involve a pool repair specialist.
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