Pool Care
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Spring Pool Startup: How to Get Your Pool Ready for Swim Season
Spring is the perfect time to prepare your pool for the upcoming swim season. In this guide, Simplified Pools walks through the key steps for a proper spring startup, including...
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Variable Speed Pumps, Worth the Upgrade?
Variable speed pool pumps are a smarter, more efficient upgrade compared to traditional single-speed pumps. They use significantly less electricity, run quieter, improve water circulation, and often last longer—saving homeowners...
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What to Do after a Freeze
After a freeze and snowstorm, pool equipment and plumbing can suffer hidden damage that isn’t always immediately visible. This guide walks pool owners through a step-by-step checklist of what to...
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Liquid or Tablets, or Both?
Choosing between liquid chlorine and tablets doesn’t have to be confusing.This blog breaks down how each sanitizer works, the pros and cons of both, and when liquid or tablets are...
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Why Adding Chemicals Without Testing is Risky
Most pool owners have had that moment—standing in front of the equipment pad or the edge of the pool thinking:“The water looks a little cloudy. Maybe I’ll toss in some...
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What Are Phosphates, and How Do They Affect My Pool?
Phosphates are one of the most misunderstood topics in pool care. While they don’t directly cause algae, they act as food that allows algae to grow faster when chlorine levels...
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Cold Weather Effects on your Salt Cell and How to Protect It
Cold weather changes how saltwater pool systems operate, often reducing or stopping chlorine production and causing inaccurate salt readings. This blog explains why these changes happen and outlines practical steps...
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Running Your Gas Heater Below 70F: A Costly Mistake?
Running a gas pool heater when your pool water is below 70°F can cause severe internal condensation, leading to corrosion, rust, and costly heater failure. This damage isn’t related to...
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Common Misconceptions about Off-Season Pool Care
Off-season pool care is often misunderstood, and many common assumptions can lead to water imbalance, stains, algae growth, and equipment strain. Cold weather doesn’t eliminate the need for circulation, chemical...
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Your Step-by-Step Guide to Spa Start up Done Right
A proper spa start-up keeps your water crystal clear, your equipment protected, and your soaks stress-free. This guide walks you through every step — from draining and cleaning to balancing...
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5 Things To Do for Your Pool & Spa Before Thanksgiving
As Thanksgiving approaches, your pool and spa deserve a little attention before guests arrive. Fall leaves, cooler weather, and extra use can all affect water clarity and equipment performance. With...
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Fall Weather and the Effect on your Pool
North Texas weather can change in an instant — and your pool feels every bit of it. Fall brings leaves, rain, dust, and temperature swings that can quickly throw off...