Energy consumption is often one of the most crucial details when you are looking to purchase any new piece of electronic equipment – especially when it comes to pool pumps. The cost of running a single-speed pump can often mean that you will have to opt to run it for shorter periods of time, meaning …
When you have a swimming pool in your backyard, the idea many of us have is that it will always look completely clear. However, the reality of owning a swimming pool is far from this, especially when you uncover your swimming pool after the winter months. While it is possible to have crystal clear water in …
You will need the pump running to perform a proper shock treatment. Shocking your pool is an easy way to keep it looking fresh and clean throughout the summer months when it’s being heavily used.However, the shocking process is not just about the chemicals, but it also involves a filtration stage to remove the algae …
Have you ever noticed that cats seem to prefer drinking from things like ponds and fountains more than their actual water bowls? Well, contrary to popular belief, it’s not just because they enjoy being difficult; it’s because something in their DNA tells them that still water is stagnant water, and stagnant water is bad.Whether we’re drinking …
If you’re looking for the short TL;DR (too long didn’t read) answer to this question, it’s yes, you can.In fact, yes, you probably should. It’s recommended that you use the pump between 5-12 hours a day, depending on the weather. If you keep the solar cover on, all you do is keep the heat in the …
The world of pool ownership is divided into people with in-ground or below ground pools, and people with above ground pools. But what unites all pool people everywhere is the need for a darn good pump. But how do you know which are the best pumps for your above ground pool? Well, you could check out reports, …
We all love owning a swimming pool, right? Sometimes, especially in summer, it’s the best – or only – way of keeping cool at home. But pools need maintenance, and whether you do it yourself, or hire someone to do it for you, you’re going to need to regularly shock your pool. By giving it an intense …
Your pool should be somewhere where you can relax and cool off when the temperatures begin to soar, however, frogs can be a real nuisance.They need access to water and moisture to survive and as they aren’t able to differentiate between a pool and a pond, they will often find their way into your swimming …
A key piece of equipment that functions your pool filtration system, a pool pump ensures that water keeps moving so that your pool chemicals can do their job and filter out dirt and debris.What happens if you do not have a fully-functioning pool pump? Well, your pool water will be the number one holiday destination …
