Water Testing

Balance is important in everything we do. If you have too much or too little of something, this can cause problems. This rings true with our swimming pool. Our pool water must be balanced to [...]

We have all heard the old adage “April Showers, Bring May Flowers”. Those showers also bring concerns to our swimming pools. When it rains, there are many effects that the rainwater can have on [...]

Pool chemicals are a must for every pool. They are used to maintain healthy water for bathers. Knowing how to use, store, and dispose of your chemicals is a top priority. Even if you have a [...]

Ok, so your pool is closed and the cold weather is starting to hit us hard. We all tend to hibernate more in the winter which makes it a great time to do some reading. If you are looking for some [...]

Wouldn’t it be wonderful if rain provided free water for your swimming pool? After splashing around in the evening you could just wait for the next rainy day to fill your pool back up to its [...]

Let’s imagine you’re studying for the Certified Pool & Spa Operator® to obtain your CPO® certification. You have already become familiar with the concepts in the Pool & Spa Operator [...]

So, you have the seasonal service package where your technician comes every week to maintain your pool, but what exactly does maintaining your pool involve? Pools have a combination of things [...]

At commercial swimming facilities, some states require you to hire Certified Pool Operators®, CPO ®) but other states do not. If your state doesn’t require it, why should you hire a CPO ® or have [...]

To protect ourselves from harmful UV rays, we often use sunscreen before spending a day outside by the pool. While it is a great way to protect our skin, sunscreen can wreak havoc on the water [...]

You may have recently installed a pool at your home or are looking to find a job as a Certified Pool Operator®. Either way, you need some advice on pool maintenance for beginners. The complexity [...]