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Chemical Problem Solving for your Pool from your Houston Pool Builder, The Pool Man, Inc.

Posted on: June 19, 2013

Combined Chlorine ( Chloramines ) Combined chlorine occurs when free available chlorine combines with ammonia or other nitrogen containing contaminants present in pool water. Combined chlorine, or chloramine, is not an effective sanitizer for pool water applications. Combined chlorine can contribute to cloudy water, chlorine odor and eye irritation. The only way to test for combined chlorine is to test for total chlorine and free chlorine, then subtract free chlorine from total chlorine to

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Pool Maintenance Tip from your provider of Pool Service in Houston, The Pool Man, Inc.

Posted on: May 24, 2013

Here is some helpful advice for getting your pool ready for the swim season from our friends at S. R. Smith. We hope everyone has a safe Memorial Day weekend. In the pool business, we know Memorial Day weekend is the kickoff to pool season! In addition to getting the water in ship shape, it’s a good time to inspect your deck equipment and ensure it is safe and ready for use: Check the undersides of diving boards for wear, look for any cracks or damage, and tighten any loose hardware. Dama

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How can I prevent Algae from growing in my pool? Tip for Pool Service, Houston Pool Builder

Posted on: April 17, 2013

Algae growth is a common problem & some experts have suggested an effective solution is to remove phosphates from the water. The belief is that this action takes away a food source, reducing algae problems or even killing it (by starvation). It is important to note that phosphate-removing products are NOT EPA approved or registered as algae killers (algaecides) or algae inhibitors (algaestats). Recent studies performed on algae growth related to phosphates have actually shown that an alga

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Pool Service Tips from your Houston Pool Builder & Service provider, The Pool Man, Inc.

Posted on: April 10, 2013

Some simple tips to help make things easy around your pool equipment: Always stand clear of the pool filter when you start your system up. Pump pressure can cause the tank to expand and if the clamp(s) are loose there is a potential for the lid to come off. Keep records of your pressure readings on the pressure gauges. This will help tell you when the pool filter needs cleaning and will help your technician diagnose problems with the system. Check your system for leaks – catching l

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Pool Chemical Safety Tips from your Houston Pool Builder

Posted on: April 8, 2013

As the weather warms up and you are getting your pool ready for Summer – here are some reminders about your pool chemicals: Always read and follow the manufacturer’s instructions on all packaging. Be familiar with emergency procedures. Keep chemicals out of the reach of children and pets. Store your pool chemicals in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight and in an area that is well ventilated. Containers should always be kept closed when not in use and chemicals should be k

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Swimming Pool Water Testing Tips from your Houston Pool Builder

Posted on: February 22, 2013

Testing Pool Water Pool chemistry is affected by many different factors including bathers, chemical additions and environmental influences. Because conditions in a pool change constantly, testing is vital to ensure proper water balance and sanitizer levels. Testing Tips : 1.) The water sample for testing should be taken approximately 18” below the water’s surface. 2.) The sample should be taken from an area of the pool that is away from the skimmers and return inlets AND should be taken from the

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Pool Maintenance Tip from you Houston Pool Builder, The Pool Man, Inc.

Posted on: February 13, 2013

Salt Cell Service – Pools that use salt and an electronic chlorine generator (salt cell) need service that is unique to that product. The cell itself will gradually accumulate “scale” on the fins inside the housing that has to be cleaned off. This is a natural byproduct of the process of converting salt to chlorine, so be sure to clean your cell every couple of months. All salt cells have a built in sensor the reads the salinity of the water, if your system thinks the salt is always too high or

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Pool Service Tip from your Houston Pool Builder

Posted on: February 12, 2013

If you are having a hard time keeping your pool water clean and clear – it might be time to service your filter. Some of the signs of a dirty or damaged filter are: pressure reading on filter gauge is 5 – 10 lbs. above normal dirt and debris blowing back into pool DE blowing back into pool when recharging after backwashing heater not operating because of restricted water flow through filter Give our Service Department a call and we’ll have your system quickly back to normal.

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Pool Chemical Safety Tip from Houston Pool Builder, The Pool Man, Inc.

Posted on: January 25, 2013

You should always make note of the expiration date of your pool chemicals. Pool chemicals will degrade over time. Those of us in Houston, Tomball and Cypress know that our weather can be troublesome for pool chemicals. To keep your pool chemicals at optimum performance, we recommend storing your chemicals in a cool, dry location as exposure to heat, water or direct sunlight will cause problems. We suggest using a backyard shed and plastic containers to keep chemicals separate. As always, if

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Pool Maintenance & Landscaping Tip from your Houston Pool Service Company

Posted on: December 31, 2012

Landscaping around the pool is an easy way to enhance the beauty of your backyard, but there are some precautions you should take to make sure it doesn’t negatively affect the pool. Trim back any bushes or trees that touch the water surface or come close – the less dropping in your pool the better. This can cause staining, improper chemical balance and more work cleaning the pool. Make sure there is no run-off into the pool from dirt or mulch as this will also cause staining and more work to cle

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Pool Chemical Tip from your Houston and Cypress Pool Builder

Posted on: December 28, 2012

Cloudy Water: Cloudy water can be attributed to either chemical or physical causes. Common chemical causes include the following: High PH High total alkalinity High calcium hardness Low (or No) free chlorine residual High levels of combined chlorine Improper product addition If the water is in proper balance, and chemicals have been added properly, then you should look to physical contributions to cloudy water. These include: Inadequate circulation Poor fi

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Pool Maintenance Tip from your Houston and Cypress Pool Builder

Posted on: November 9, 2012

Give your automatic cleaner a check-up! With the Fall season, your pool’s automatic cleaner is about to earn it’s stripes and save you tons of time and sweat in clearing leaves from your pool. Whether you have an In-Floor cleaning system or one of the variety of robotic cleaners, now is the time to give it a check-up and repair/replace anything that isn’t working quite right! For more information, please contact our pool service department. For more pool maintenance tips, please subscribe to our

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Tips on Testing Your Pool Water from your Custom Pool Builder in Houston

Posted on: September 12, 2012

Pool Chemistry is affected by many different factors including bathers, chemical additions and environmental influences. Because conditions in a pool change constantly, testing is vital to ensure proper water balance and sanitizer levels. Testing Tips: The water sample for testing should be taken approximately 18 inches below the water’s surface. The sample should be taken from an area of the pool that is away from skimmers and returns and should be taken from the same location every ti

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Pool Maintenance Tip – Swimming Pool Water Testing – from your Houston Pool Builder & Service provider, The Pool Man Inc

Posted on: June 27, 2012

Pool chemistry is affected by many different factors including bathers, chemical additions and environmental influences. These conditions can change constantly so testing your pool water is vital to ensure proper water balance and sanitizer levels. Here are some testing tips to help you: · Obtain an appropriate water sample. The water sample should be taken in a clean, plastic container approximately 18 inches below the water’s surface. · The sample should be taken from an area away fro

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How to Get Rid of Yellow/Mustard Algae – Houston Pool Builder Pool Maintenance Tip

Posted on: June 14, 2012

Pool Maintenance Tip #4 – the last in our Pool Algae Series – Yellow/Mustard Algae Yellow or Mustard algae is very similar to green algae, but it is much slower growing and does not have the green pigment (chlorophyll) which accounts for its yellow color. Because Yellow algae is slow growing, it is very difficult to destroy. By the time you see it in your pool, it has probably been growing for several days or even weeks. Also, since it is low in chlorophyll which likes light, it can grow in dark

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Pool Service Tip from your Houston Pool Service Provider

Posted on: June 11, 2012

Is your pool pump running dry or hard to prime? With the warmer weather already here, we are experiencing many pool service calls due to pool pumps running dry. Dry running pool pumps cause heat which in turn damages equipment and pipes. Here are a few quick checks you can make to ensure your pool pump is running properly. 1. Check to make sure your pool filter is clean – poor flow can cause many problems with your pool equipment. 2. Make sure the water level in your pool is at least h

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Getting Rid of Black Algae – Houston Pool Builder Pool Maintenance Tip

Posted on: May 15, 2012

Pool Maintenance Tip #3 in our Pool Algae Series – Black Algae When dealing with algae, the worst of the bunch is Black algae. Black algae tends to form in cracks/crevices in the pool surface, starting as black or blue/green spots about the size of a pencil eraser. It has strong roots and a protective shell which makes it highly resistant to chlorine. The key word for eliminating black algae is persistence. You need to brush the spots firmly, with a wire brush if available, and then apply chemic

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Pool Maintenance Tip from your Houston Pool Service Company

Posted on: May 10, 2012

Pool Maintenance Tip #2 in our Pool Algae Series – Phosphates and Algae Growth It has been suggested the an effective way to eliminate algae is to remove the phosphates from the water. The belief is that this action takes away a food source and thus reduces algae by starvation. Phosphorous is the base element phosphates are derived from and it is not a “new” addition to pool water, though some marketing efforts want you to think the presence of phosphates is a new phenomenon. Phosphates make the

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Pool Maintenance Tip from your Houston Weekly Pool Service Provider – The Pool Man, Inc.

Posted on: April 26, 2012

ALGAE SEASON!!! – With the warmer weather upon us, Mother Nature has also returned to us every pool owner’s nemesis….algae. This year, algae blooms are expected to be more prevalent, as well as to contain more aggressive strains than in previous years, as algae from dried up rivers, lakes, etc. has found its way into the air…and it is a much heartier type than your blooms in years’ past have been. Not to worry though, as there is a cure for all types. We will do these in a series over the c

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Pool Maintenance Tip from your Houston Pool Builder – Why is my pool water cloudy?

Posted on: April 13, 2012

Why is my pool water cloudy? Cloudy pool water can be attributed to either Improper Chemical Balance or Physical Causes.Common chemical causes can include High PH, High Total Alkalinity, High calcium hardness or improper product addition.When several chemicals need to be applied, it is usually necessary to space out the application of the chemicals. When adding larger amounts of chemicals to adjust water balance, the key thing to remember is add small amounts over a wide area of the pool, over t

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Pool Chemical Tip from your Pool Builder in Houston

Posted on: March 19, 2012

Today’s Pool Chemical Tip: Combined Chlorine. Combined chlorine occurs when free available chlorine combines with ammonia or other nitrogen containing contaminants present in pool water. Combined chlorine (or chloramines) is not an effective sanitizer for pool water applications. Combined chlorine can contribute to cloudy water, chlorine odor and eye irritation. The only way to find your combined chlorine level is to test for total chlorine and free chlorine, then subtract free chlorine from t

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Your Houston Pool Builder wishes you a Happy & Safe St. Patrick’s Day

Posted on: March 15, 2012

Everyone at The Pool Man, Inc. hopes you have a safe and fun time this weekend for St. Patrick’s Day. If the warm weather this weekend makes you want to jump in the pool, please test your water beforehand to make sure your pool water is chemically balanced. If you need any help in getting your pool ready for the upcoming season, contact our Pool Service Department. For more warm weather and Pool Maintenance tips, check out your Houston Pool Builder’s blog page.

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Water Chemistry Tip from your Cypress and Houston Pool Builder

Posted on: March 8, 2012

When/Why do I need fresh water in my pool? There are circumstance where replacing the pool water is necessary to reduce the buildup of certain chemicals. These chemicals can include calcium, metals, cyanuric acid(stabilizer) and total dissolved solids. The easiest way to remedy the situation is to partially drain the pool and refill with fresh water. It has been suggested that draining and refilling a pool before the swimming season is beneficial in keeping these substances at a happy medium. I

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Quick Service Tip from your Custom Pool Builder

Posted on: February 10, 2012

The Pool Man, Inc. service tip: Pool lights aren’t turning on? The first place to check is the GFCI outlet or the circuit breaker connected to the pool lights. Many times it just requires the GFCI outlet to be reset. If you are not sure, just call our Service Manager and he would be happy to walk you through it or schedule one of our Technicians to come out. All of our Technicians are certified and licensed with the State of Texas.

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Chemical Tip from your Custom Pool Builder in Houston

Posted on: January 20, 2012

Total Dissolved Solids Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) is a measure of dissolved material in the water such as bather waste, algaecides, disinfectants, specialty chemicals, dirt & debris. High TDS can be an indication of “old” water. An acceptable TDS level is less than 2500 ppm (or less than 1500 ppm above source water). Note that these levels do not apply to pools equipped with a chlorine generator. At high TDS levels, the water can become cloudy. If the level is higher than 2500ppm, it is re

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Pool Safety Tips from your Houston Pool Builder – The Pool Man, Inc.

Posted on: January 4, 2012

Watching Children in and Around the Pool Keep an eye out for children in and around the pool area, Teach children basic water safety tips, Have a cell phone close by at all times while using the pool, And share safety instructions with family, friends and neighbors. Check out this website for more safety information – www.poolsafely.gov

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Irrigation System Winter Tip from your Houston Pool Builder

Posted on: December 28, 2011

It is time to look into protecting the backflow device on your irrigation system from potential freeze damage. Wrapping the pipes and the copper bell housing with insulation and following the draining procedure below will help lessen the likelihood of the backflow device cracking or busting. http://www.backflow-supply.com/backflowcd/pdffiles/Febco/Pressure%20Vacuum%20Breaker/765%20FREEZE%20PROTECTION.pdf

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Chemical Tip from The Pool Man, Your Houston and Tomball Pool Builder

Posted on: December 13, 2011

What is Total Alkalinity (TA)? It’s the amount of alkaline components in the water. TA acts as a buffer against rapid PH fluctuation. PH can be affected by environmental factors such as acid rain, pollution, run-off from the surrounding land and fertilizers – just to name a few. Keeping the TA at the proper range will help prevent PH bounce if it is too low and help prevent scale from forming if it is too high. The ideal range is 80 – 120 parts per million. Contact our Service Department if yo

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Service Tip from your Houston Pool Builder

Posted on: December 8, 2011

The next time you replenish tablets in your chlorinator, lubricate the lid oring with a teflon based lubricant. This will extend the life of the oring and help prevent leaks. Contact The Pool Man for any of your service needs.

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Chemical Tip from The Pool Man, Providing Pool Service in the Houston and Cypress Area

Posted on: November 23, 2011

What is PH? PART 2 Yesterday we explained what PH is – Today we will cover what happens when your PH is not properly balanced. PH too low – your water becomes acidic which will etch and pit your plaster surface, creating a roughness which is ideal for algae growth and uncomfortable to swimmers. Pool equipment can become damaged. Chlorine is activated and lost to the atmosphere quickly and you throw money away by adding chlorine when the PH is too low. While swimming your eyes and nose will burn

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Chemical Tip from the Pool Man, Providing Pool Service in the Houston Area

Posted on: November 22, 2011

What is PH? PH is one of the most important factors in pool water balance and it should be tested and adjusted every week. PH is a way to measure the acidity or alkalinity of water. Proper PH balance protects the equipment, the plaster surface, allows the sanitizer to do its best job and it increases swimmer enjoyment. The ideal range for PH is 7.2 – 7.6 ppm (parts per million). Look for our follow-up Pool Service tip tomorrow on what happens when the PH is too high or too low. You can “like” u

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Pool Service Tip from your Houston Pool Builder

Posted on: November 7, 2011

How long does my filter pump need to run when the weather gets cooler? As we start to move into the cooler months, you should decrease the run time of your filtration pump. The exact time varies for each pool but a good starting point is to cut your running time down to 6 hours and monitor the condition of your pool. If you notice any negative change, increase the run time. You might find that you may be able to decrease the run time even more. This process will take a few days but you will

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Pool Service Tip – Houston, is it time to clean my filter?

Posted on: October 26, 2011

How do I know when it is time to clean my filter? The frequency of filter cleans can vary greatly dependant upon the type and size of your pool filter and the bather load (the maximum # of people who can safely swim in your pool at one time) of your pool. Filters that use cartridge media or diatomaceous earth (D.E.) usually need to be cleaned at least bi-annually, while sand filters can go much longer before needing to change out the sand. Both sand & D.E. filters can be backwashed to reduce

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Important Pool Service & Maintenance Tip – Houston, know your Pool Chemicals – Cyanuric Acid

Posted on: October 19, 2011

What do you know about Cyanuric Acid? It is commonly referred to as a pool water stabilizer or conditioner. Cyanuric acid is an odorless, white granular substance. It is often added to chlorine products to increase the longevity of the free chlorine in your pool water by inhibiting it’s destruction by sunlight. Studies have shown that when your pool water has a level of cyanuric acid of 25ppm (parts per million), free chlorine will remain 3 to 5 times longer in the water than it would withou

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An Important Pool Service Tip from your Houston Pool Builder

Posted on: October 10, 2011

Our Pool Service Tip of the week – Hopefully we all remember to clean out the skimmer and pump baskets, but have you checked to see if they are cracked, warped or damaged? Remember to check your pump and skimmer baskets regularly for damage. A small crack in your basket today can cause big problems tomorrow. Debris can pass through these baskets and cause internal damage to your pump and filter which can result in expensive repairs or replacement. So, remember to check your baskets, and if t

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