The major functioning part in your pool pump is the motor, so it isn’t surprising that a lot of the questions we hear are about motors. One of the leading complaints we hear is, “My pool pump is running too hot.” Well, what exactly is too hot? We first want to note that it is…
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Why Is My Spa Dirty? Part 2: The Draining
Here comes the Double, prepare for Trouble! This is a continuation of our previous blog post “Why is My Spa Dirty?” We initially discussed how a spa could get to this dilapidated state and what needs to be done to get it up and running. This blog will cover the cleaning and draining process to…
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What is the Difference Between Pool Shocks?
Well first, what is pool shock? Shock is a concentrated chemical formula used to increase available or free chlorine when your standard sanitizer (regular chlorine tabs, a salt chlorinator, Nature2, etc) gets behind in its duties. Sanitizers work to oxidize or break down organics and destroy bacteria. But they can become overwhelmed by higher levels…
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I am a pool man that neglects his very own spa at home. Yes, cast your eyes upon my shame for I deserve your scorn. I could give the normal list of excuses: I was working too much, I forgot, I thought the wife was doing it or, the new take on a classic “The…
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Best Blogs To Follow If You Are a Pool Owner
Inyo Pool’s company vision is to provide the best user experience to every customer through informational resources and products. One thing we take pride in is the amount of information we provide to our customers. And although we have taken great leaps in getting this information to you, we’re still just touching the surface. As…
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Why Your Spa Pump’s HP Is a Lie
A lie, I say! Pump manufacturers may categorize it as a “fudging of the numbers” but let’s call a spade a spade. They are at best trying to mislead the homeowner. We take phone calls from customers every day attempting to match their current motor label information to a new replacement motor and a confused…
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5 Biggest Pool Pump Mistakes
The pump is literally the heart of your pool’s circulation system. But just like our own hearts, we have a tendency to neglect the health and well-being of the pool pump and then freak out when it’s not working properly. There are probably dozens of pool pump mistakes out there. . . here are our…
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The 5 Worst Pool Advice We Have Ever Heard
Let’s face it, with access to the internet, a lot of jobs and skills that were once sought out and paid for have become jobs you can do yourself. With a little advice and a Youtube video, you can almost build anything on your own. Still, not all advice given is created equal nor should…
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Pump or Motor: To Replace or Not to Replace… That Is the Question
If you’re reading this then there is a good chance that your pool pump is down, the anxiety is up and the algae monster is ready to pounce on your pool. After years in the pool industry, I can tell you many a homeowner has contacted us in a panic with a dead pump. The…
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Do I Need an Impeller Lock Screw?
Short Answer: No The Long Answer: What is it? An impeller lock screw is a left handed thread screw used to secure an impeller to the shaft of a motor. When it was introduced, it was a vital part and the only thing keeping your impeller from a Tasmanian Devil-like path of destruction through the…
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