Algae in pools – Kingston Pools and Hot Tubs – Knapp’s Pools and Hot Tubs
Pool green??? We can help. Pools go green when the sanitizer is low or non existent. Also if you have phosphate in your pool water this accelerates the algae growth. Don't get frustrated. We are here to help. Give us a call.
Frog Log – Kingston Pools and Hot Tubs – Knapp’s Pools and Hot Tubs
Amanda and I arrived home yesterday to find a baby squirrel treading water frantically in the pool. He was just barely able to keep his poor head above water. We rushed to get the leaf net and scooped him out of the pool. He was shaking to bits and terrified I'm sure....
Cyanuric Acid in Pool Water – Kingston Pools and Hot Tubs – Knapp’s Pools and Hot Tubs
Cyanuric Acid also known as stabilizer is necessary in pool water. It blocks UV light from penetrating the pool and causing the chlorine to dissipate faster. What many people don't know is that it creeps up over a number of years. It comes in common shock as well as...
Mineraluxe for Hot Tubs – Kingston Pools and Hot Tubs – Knapp’s Pools and Hot Tubs
The Mineraluxe System Getting Started on the Mineraluxe System First of all, congratulations on selecting the Mineraluxe System! Here’s your guide to how to start up your hot tub and keep it running smoothly. We’ll try to keep it as simple as possible, but if...
Chlorine for pools – Kingston Pools and Hot Tubs – Knapp’s Pools and Hot Tubs
Chlorine should be tested weekly to ensure you have enough in your pool. On average you want between 1-3ppm. For every 6 degree rise in temperature your pool will demand 50% more chlorine. What does this mean??? In July you need 50% more chlorine so make sure you...
It’s Friday – Kingston Pools and Hot Tubs – Knapp’s Pools and Hot Tubs
It's Friday after a short week. I always find that short weeks are brutal and this one has been more than that. We have had wonderful, hot summer weather and the phone has been ringing non stop for in ground pools, on ground pools, above ground pools, pool openings,...
