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The pool service quote to convert my inherited chlorine pool to saltwater was over $1,200 — is there a DIY way for under $800? The pool store told me it's easier to maintain, but I honestly have no idea where to start or what I'm getting myself into.

What exactly do I need to buy and install? I keep hearing about salt generators and different chemical levels - how much salt am I supposed to add, and do I still need to worry about chlorine and all that other stuff? Any step-by-step guidance would be amazing since I'm pretty overwhelmed right now.…more

I've got a regular chlorine pool — just the standard setup with a skimmer, pump, and filter, and no saltwater chlorinator. A neighbor mentioned I could add some pool salt to the water to make it nicer to swim in. Before I dump a bunch of salt in, I want to make sure I'm not making a mistake: will adding salt actually do anything useful in a pool without a salt system, or am I just setting myself up for problems?…more