In today’s episode of Poolside Chat, Rob and Matt tackle another common swimming pool question: Is there anything I can do to protect my pool equipment from the weather?…
Read MoreIs My Pool Pump 115V or 230V?
One of the trickiest questions we hear over the phone is, “Is my pool pump 115V or 230V?” To be honest, that’s something we cannot tell you. However, there are a few things that you can do on your end. In this article, we explain how pool owners can discern which voltage they are running in…
Read MoreWhich Pool Filter Is Best?
Every swimming pool needs a pool filter. Without a functioning pool pump and filter, your water will inevitably turn green. However, which pool filter is best: sand, cartridge, or D.E. filter? We often encounter pool owners who are struggling to decide whether to keep their cartridge filter or to switch to sand or D.E. Each…
Read MorePSC Ep. 83: Should I run my heat pump during the day or at night?
In today’s episode of Poolside Chat, Rob and Matt tackle another common swimming pool question: Should I run my heat pump during the day or at night?…
Read MoreNew Year, New Pool
New year, new pool? At the beginning of every new year, we take the time to list ways to better our personal lives. Sure, often times we tout our “new year, new me” goals as fruitless endeavors or reoccurring themes. However, what if we invest the same energy into our pool? What if at the start of…
Read MoreInyo Pool’s Pump Motor Warranty
Hey pool owners, we heard the bad news, your pump motor died. But there is good news, it has been less than a year since you bought it – It’s still under warranty. Huzzah! So what are the steps to submitting a Century Motor Warranty through Inyo? It’s simple….
Read MorePSC Ep. 82: How often should I drain my spa and add fresh water?
In today’s episode of Poolside Chat, Rob and Matt tackle another common swimming pool question: How often should I drain my spa and add fresh water?…
Read MoreClassic Swimming Pool Games
Countless hours of my childhood were spent in our backyard pool. We didn’t need the latest and greatest toys to keep us entertained. A little resourcefulness and a couple friends were all that were required. This trip down memory lane led me to reminisce about these classic swimming pool games….
Read MorePSC Ep. 81: Does it matter how far away my heater is from my spa?
In today’s episode of Poolside Chat, Rob and Matt tackle another common swimming pool question: I’m building a pool with a heated spa. One builder told me it would cost twice as much to heat the spa if the heater is placed 60 feet away in our preferred location versus 20 feet away in an…
Read MoreMagic Erasers In Your Pool
Have you heard of the new trend of putting Magic Erasers in your pool skimmer? No? Neither have us. Recently, a pool owner contacted us on Facebook to ask us about the legitimacy of Magic Erasers. Sure, I’ve used them around the house but never in a swimming pool. In fact, no one at INYO…
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