No, you should never run pool equipment on generators during power outages unless the generator is properly sized and professionally installed by a licensed electrician
Maintain total alkalinity between 80-120 ppm using sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) to raise levels or muriatic acid to lower them. Proper alkalinity acts as a
Rinse with a hose between pleats monthly, deep clean with filter cleaner quarterly, and replace every 2-3 years. During NJ’s high-pollen spring and leaf-heavy fall,
Can I Use My Pool if the Water is Slightly Green? No, you should not swim in pool water that appears even slightly green. Green
Air bubbles coming from your pool returns indicate air is entering your circulation system, typically through suction-side leaks in plumbing connections, pump seals, or equipment.
Maintain pH between 7.4-7.6 for swimmer comfort, equipment protection, and chlorine effectiveness. NJ’s frequent rain tends to lower pH, requiring regular testing and adjustment with
If your spa shares plumbing and equipment with your pool, you’ll need isolation valves installed to winterize the spa independently while keeping the pool heater
Stock chlorine shock, pH increaser/decreaser, alkalinity increaser, algaecide, and test strips or a test kit. After New Jersey winters, most pools need significant shocking and
Proper winterization chemicals (algaecide, shock) and a tight-fitting cover prevent most growth. Some algae development is normal over 6-7 months—address it during spring opening rather
DE powder blowing back into your pool typically means your filter grids are torn, the manifold assembly is cracked, or the filter wasn’t reassembled correctly