Frank and Jacque discuss preventing and killing algae in swimming pools. As the water warms up and pools are getting used more, algae is becoming more of a problem
Ep 126. How Much Chlorine, Borates, And Metal Stain Removal and Prevention
Frank is solo and discusses some issues brought up in FB groups and listener questions. He dives deep into how much chlorine you should keep in your pool, the benefits of borates, and metal issues and how to prevent them.
Ep 124. Poolside Tech, Drainage Issues, and Borates
Frank and Jacque discuss the advantages of the Poolside Tech control systems he’s been installing, drainage issue many clients are having, and the benefits of borates.
Ep 123. Eliminating Metals and Cloudiness Issues
Frank discusses metal issues and how to eliminate them, water cloudiness and its causes, and a few other things that he encountered this week.
Ep 120. Electrical Shock, Minerals, Filter Pressure, and Chloramines
Frank and Jacque discuss a dangerous electrical situation they found this week. Then, they discuss mineral purification systems, metal issues, filter pressures, and chloramines. You can see the video of the electrical issue on our TikTok or Facebook page. search @deependfrank.
Adding Acid To Your Pool
When adding acid to your pool to lower pH or Alkalinity, always dilute the acid in a bucket of water first, stir, and then pour the solution around the pool’s perimeter.
Pool Not Holding Chemical Levels Video
Frank demonstrates a common issue he sees with pool autofill systems in this quick video. If a pool will not maintain a stabilizer level, calcium hardness, salt, and chlorine levels, that is a very good indicator that the pool is losing water.
Ep 115. Saving Electricity and Variable Speed Pumps
Frank and Jacques discuss ways to make your swimming pool more energy-efficient, including the use of robotic cleaners, feature pumps, and variable-speed pumps, as well as tips on how to maximize the efficiency of your variable-speed pump.
Ep 114. How To Manage Chlorine and Better Water Chemistry
During their conversation, Frank and Jacque discuss effective methods for managing the chlorine levels and water chemistry in a pool.
Ways to Reduce Chlorine Usage and Maintenance for Your Pool
As an experienced professional in the pool industry, I’ve created a list of tips for pool owners and maintenance technicians to save money and make maintenance easier.