Pool Problems Page

The common swimming pool topics have been broken down to several broad categories. Each of these categories covers a different area of interest, in the "Ask Alan" archives. Listed below, are the specific topics covered, in that section.  Click on the topic, of particular interest, to go to the appropriate subject matter.  Because the categories and pool care subjects are not always clearly defined, you might want to browse through some of the related topics. The Website Table of Contents can be useful, in locating information of particular interest and can be accessed, using the Pool Topics Link, on top of every page. Enjoy the journey!

All About Pools
Links to Problem-Solving Information

• Blue-Green Algae:  the most common type of pool algae.
• Black Algae: a resistant, hard to treat type of problem pool algae.
• Pink Algae:  a treatable, slimy, bacterial water problem.
• Yellow-Mustard Algae: a recurring problem algae. Pollen-like in appearance.
• Miscellaneous Algae: thousands of varieties exist.
• Slimes and Water Mold:  results of inadequate pool water sanitation.
• Algae Control Products:  aids in treatment and control of unsightly algae growths.

• Calculating Chemical Additions: getting the chemistry right is one of the keys to water quality.
• pH and Total Alkalinity:  factors that go hand in hand. pH is always more important!
• Calcium Hardness and Scale:  hard or soft pool water can lead to different problems.
   •  The Magnetic Water Conditioner Store:  helping solve common scale and hardness problems.
• Chlorine Stabilizer and Conditioner: protects chlorine from destruction, by Sun's UV rays.
• Pool Water Testing: another important key to maintaining proper pool water quality.
   •  Electronic, Digital Pool Water Testers:  there's a ColorQ Test Kit, for every pool need.
   •  Electronic, Digital PockeTesters:  the easy way to test for Salt, TDS and more.
   •  Professional Water Analyzer Labs:  the right test labs, for professional use.
   •  Specialty Test Kits:  individual testers for a variety of pool water test factors.
   •  Test Strips:  a complete line of test strips, for homeowners to professionals.
   •  Replacement Test Supplies:  replacement supplies and reagents, for all LaMotte Products.
• Langelier or Saturation Index: calculations that deal with corrosive or scaling conditions.
• Ryznar Stability Index: calculations that aid in dealing avoiding equipment corrosion problems.
• Metric Conversion: converting English type units to metric or the reverse.
• Calculating Pool Volume: simple to figure and easy to follow calculations.
• Calculating Interior Surface Area: easy to do, when you have the right information.
• Corrosive Pool Conditions: controlling corrosion helps avoid damage to equipment and surfaces.
• Miscellaneous Pool Chemicals:  less-common chemicals have their important uses.
• Pool Chemical Safety: safe chemical usage is important for aquatic piece of mind.

• Cloudy Pool Water: the causes of hazy or dull pool water can involve several factors.
   •  Nano-Technology Store:  a 21st Century way to improve water clarity.
• Pool Filter Problems:  another important key for optimum water quality and clarity.
• Foam and Scum:  causes unsightly water conditions and needs to be eliminated.
• Kids' Pool Problems:  about "kids" being "kids."
• Pool Water Discoloration:  there are many causes and remedies to match.
• Rashes and Irritations: solving and avoiding poor pool sanitation problems.

• Chlorine:  the most popular pool water sanitizer. Used in many forms.
• Salt Chlorine Generators:  a better way to chlorinate a pool.  No measuring, handling or storage.
   •  Salt Chlorinator Store: a variety of salt chlorine generator options, for all types of pools.
• Bromine: a popular chlorine alternative.
• Biguanide:  a popular alternative pool water sanitizer.
• Ionization-Oxidation: a hybrid water purification system.
• Ionizers - Mineralizers:  sanitizes pools utilizing metallic ions.
• Mineral Sanitizers:  sanitizes water with metallic ions.
• Ozone Generators - Ozonators: the power of Ozone (O3).
• UltraViolet Sanitizers: reduces bacterial populations.
• Alternative Pool Sanitizers: exploring some of the other choices and combinations.
• Shock Treatment: boosts the Free Chlorine levels.

• Pool Staining: problems caused by some heavy metals, minerals or certain organic matter.
   •  Stain Prevention, Removal and Treatment Store:  solve metals and mineral staining problems.
• Copper Problems: depending upon the source, too much can lead to problems.
• Iron Problems: causes staining and discoloration and needs to be properly controlled.
• Manganese Problems:  can stain surfaces and discolor water and requires proper treatment.
• Nitrate Problems: can accelerate algae growth, by acting as a fertilizer.
• Phosphate Problems:  can promote algae growth, but can be treated.
• Sulfur Problems: a problem with some well water, causes unpleasant odors and conditions.
• Well Water Pool Problems:  well water can introduce a host of problematic minerals.

• Leaking Pool Problems: solutions and suggestions to help find and seal a pool leak.
• Sealing and Repairing Pool Leak Directions: how to use Fix A Leak sealer.
   •  The Fix A Leak Store: how Fix A Leak seals many commons types of pool leaks.
• Pool Leak Detection: locating and fixing leaks, while minimizing any damage.
• Aquatic Fitness and Exercise: suggestions and more about using a pool to stay fit.
   •  Aquatic Fitness Trainers Store:  swim endlessly in place, in any type of pool.
• Crack Repairs: fixing concrete and structural cracks.
   •  Structural Concrete Crack Repair Store:  making rock-solid repairs.
• Pool Opening or Start-Up: getting started correctly, in the spring, gets you swimming sooner.
• Pool Closing or Winterizing: the season's end. Protect your investment - do it right.
• Miscellaneous Pool Problems: odds and ends and various hard to categorize pool topics.
• Commercial Pool Questions: things to consider.
• Tips For Healthy Swimming: suggestions from the Center for Disease Control (CDC).
• Pet and Animal Water Safety: avoiding animal drownings. Give critters and escape route.

• Above-Ground Pools: helpful general information.
• Inground Pools: helpful general information.
• Fiberglass Pools: helpful general information.
• Automatic and Robotic Pool Cleaners: saves time and effort, with better results.
   •  Robotic Pool Cleaners Store:  a better way to clean a pool, with less time and effort.
• Pool Maintenance:  doing some common pool tasks.
• Pool Automation: controllers for easy pool living, help ensure better water quality.
• Pool Finishes: plaster, aggregate, fiberglass and more.
• Pool Paints and Coatings:  epoxy, paint, PVC and more.
   •  Hybrid-Epoxy Coating Store :  using Ultra Poly One Coat, for better results.
• Pool Heaters: choices, problems and solutions.
• Heat Pumps: clean, efficient and usually the economical standard heating method.
• Winter Pool Covers: help protect your investment and makes the springtime opening easier.
• Safety Pool Covers:  adds great convenience, provides safety and reduces costs.
• Pool Safety Products: helping keep the pool safe, for better enjoyment.
• Vinyl Liner Problems: proper liner care and practices help maintain better appearance.

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