Stabilizer How To

Posted by Stephanie H on 11/11/2015 to How To Articles

The “skinny” on stabilizer is quite simple. The chlorine, that you spend your hard earned money on each month, disappears without you knowing because stabilizer isn’t being used, or not used properly.

Hypochlorous Acid (HOCI) is the chemical that’s formed when chlorine dissolves in water. It’s the chemical that actually does the disinfecting for human use. However, it’s weak and will disappear on a sunny day unless the pool water is properly stabilized.

Without proper stabilization, or prescense of cyanuric acid, chlorine levels go through a daily cycle. You could chlorinate your pool in the morning, and by the afternoon, the levels will be back to zero. While the sun's heat is beating down, the algae is multiplying because there is nothing to stop it. When the sun goes down, the chlorine levels will rise again. As the cycle rotates everyday, the algae and bacteria grow more and more which leaves you feeling the need to spend more money on chlorine.

Winterize Pool: 5 Steps

Posted by Steph H on 10/5/2015 to How To Articles

It is getting cooler outside and our summertime fun is becoming a distant memory. All pool owners will need to take a few steps to ensure that pool equipment survives the winter without damage. Warmer winter climate regions may simply need to change their filtration times from twelve to six hours whereas much cooler winter climate regions need to take more drastic measures when preparing their pool for the winter. When water freezes it expands ten percent of it's volume which can have costly affects on pipes, pumps, and other expensive equipment if winterizing a pool is not done properly and with care. Your pool service company may offer to provide this service for a few hundred dollars plus materials which could offer you a piece of mind. However, if you are trying to pinch pennies and/or have that extra DIY bone in your body, then follow these few simple steps to winterizing your pool properly.

How To: Choose a Winter Pool Cover

Posted by Steph H on 9/18/2015 to How To Articles

There are many components to consider when buying a pool cover. Pool owners need to consider material, size, and purpose in order to choose the right cover for their pool. Here at Eka.Co Backyard Superstore, we are going to break down the elements of each to make this decision as easy as possible.

Swimming Pool Water Conservation

Posted by Steph H on 8/12/2015 to How To Articles

Swimming pool water evaporation depends greatly on the weather conditions in the area. Humidity, or lack thereof, wind intensity, and the level of sunlight can greatly affect how much water is evaporated each day. Swimming pools may lose a quarter of an inch of water each day which adds up quickly. Then you are stuck dragging out the hose to fill up the pool and waste even more money. Completely covering your pool can solve the issue, but that can be pricey, plus you are losing the aesthetic value of owning a pool in the first place. There are three cost effective ways that you can reduce pool water evaporation while still enjoying your pool.

Longer Lasting Filter Cartridge in 6 Steps

Posted by Steph H on 7/28/2015 to How To Articles

As you are swimming, your filter cartridge is hard at work. The fine mesh pleats get clogged with your suntan lotions, body oils, and particles from Mother Nature herself. When it is too clogged, your pool can become cloudy. It is important that you perform regular maintenance to ensure proper equipment performance and extend the life of the filter itself. The pressure gauge reads anywhere from 8-25psi for a normal level depending on how your plumbing is connected. When the gauge rises 10-15% over the normal level, it is time to clean the cartridge. Also depending on your set up, you may find yourself cleaning the cartridge way too often which means it is time to replace the filter cartridge completely. Below you will find the steps and materials needed to properly clean your pool's filter cartridge. By cleaning your filter cartridge correctly and regularly, you can expect to extend the life of it as long as an extra 6-8 months. 6 Easy Steps for a Longer Lasting Filter Cartridge Step 1- Shut off system and remove filter cartridge from tank. All filter models are a little bit different, check your manual if you are unsure of how to get to your cartridge.

Up Rated vs. Full Rated Pumps & Motors

Posted by Chris H on 3/2/2015 to How To Articles

What is the difference between an Up Rated and a Full Rated Pump or Pump Motor?

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