Results for "storm preparation"

Pulled a ton of storm debris out of our pool and now I'm trying to decide between normal filtration and recirculate mode for vacuuming.
The pool is so messy that I'm concerned about clogging up our filter system if I vacuum normally, but I also don't want to compromise water quality.

Can I vacuum the pool using the recirculate setting instead? I want to make sure I understand what this does - will it actually clean the water properly or just move things around? My main concern is whether the water will be safe and clean enough for the kids to swim in afterward, or if I need to take additional steps to ensure proper filtration.…more

Last month I was just confused about whether to cover our pool during light drizzles, but now with severe storms hitting and kids wanting to swim I'm completely panicking.

Does rainwater make the pool unsafe or dirty for swimming? I've heard mixed things about whether rain is good or bad for pool water quality.

My main concerns are debris getting in the water and whether the rain throws off the chemical balance in a way that could be harmful to my children. Should I be rushing to put the cover on every time storm clouds roll in, or is it actually okay to leave it uncovered?…more