TROUBLESHOOTING 

Here are some steps to take before making a service call. These easy steps may save you $100 or more service call.

 If you are still having problems with your pool in Las Vegas 

the one to call is Rick the Pool Dude. For totally awesome pool service. 702-448-2483

 

PUMP WILL NOT TURN ON

1. Check to see if the time clock is on.
2. Check breakers at pool time clock panel.
3. Check breakers at house main panel.

PUMP WILL NOT PRIME

1. Make sure pump lid and 0-ring are on properly.
2. Clean pump basket and skimmer basket.
3. Make sure the water level of the pool is correct.
4. Make sure the skimmer opening is free of debris and that the flap is not stuck shut.
5. Make sure the filter is clean.

FILTER PRESSURE FLUCTUATES UP AND DOWN

1. Follow the same directions as above for pump will not prime.
HOW TO RE-PRIME PUMPS

1. Shut off pump.
2. Remove pump lid.
3. Fill pump pot with water.
4. Replace lid, making sure that the 0-ring is clean and properly in place.
5. Turn on pump.
6. Bleed air from filter tank using air relief valve.
7. Repeat steps I through 6, two or three times if necessary.

HEATER DOESN’T WORK

1. Check thermostat for proper range.
2. Check to see if toggle switch is on.
3. Make sure that the filter, pump pot basket and skimmer basket are clean.
4. Check to make sure that all the valves are in the proper positions.
5. Make sure the pump is turned on.

Swimming Pool And Slide Bloopers Funny Stuff

Today's post is purely humor. Please enjoy this video of crazy pool and slide bloopers.

Scale Problems In Saltwater Pools

 Scale Problems In Saltwater Pools

 If you have a saltwater pool with scale or any other problem in Las Vegas call us at 702-448-2483 for a free estimate.

Proper PH for more enjoyable swimming

The PH without getting into all the scientific details of the human eye is between 7.2 and 7.4.  Therefor if you keep the PH of your pool water at this level you can help avoid swimmers burning eyes. While most people think that high chlorine levels are to blame for such things as burning eyes, green hair and a host of other problems.  99.9% of the time it is maintaining an improper PH level. Always keep your PH between 7.2 and 7.6. Test your water using either fresh reagents or test strips.  If it's high and a required amount of muratic  acid.  If it's low add a required amount of soda ash or baking soda. I think you'll a better swimming environment when the proper PH is maintained. Remember that plaster pools have a greater problem with PH change than do vinyl or fiberglass. Remember if you have a pool in Las Vegas and need totally awesome pool service call Rick the Pool Dude 702-448-2483

Helpful tip for above ground pool owners

An in ground pool has a drain at the bottom.  This is missing from above ground pools.  Therefor when an above ground pool's water becomes cloudy it is often difficult to get it to clear up. Try this trick add a clarifier (follow mfg. instructions) use your vacuum as a drain.  Simply attach your vacuum hose as usual.  Then place the vacuum head in the middle of the pool upside down.  This will act the same way as a drain in an in ground pool and give your water much better circulation and help clear it up much faster.  I hope you  find this tip helpful.  If you live in Las Vegas and have a pool problem or need service please call Rick The Pool Dude at 702-448-2483

Pool myth busted

Time to bust one of the most overused pool myths out there.  Folks there is absolutely no chemical made that changes the color of pool water when someone pees in the pool.  Now here's a fact in a recent survey 1 in 5 adults admitted to peeing in a pool. That doesn't include people who didn't admit to it and children. So always make sure your sanitizer levels are correct and make sure you shock the pool after heavy use.