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Unfortunately I took those pictures a couple of weeks ago when out scouting for supplies. That’s all I have of the label at the moment. Going to check if BJ’s has pool chlorine

So this stuff is okay? It’s what I had planned on using to start my pool before turning on the SWG. @Ltmdrichardson Sorry for hijacking your thread!

Wow, someone needs to update pool school. Based on the instructions there I was going to buy 7.5% household bleach.

I thought regular household bleach was acceptable? Is there a need to use some pool specific chlorine?

I'm trying to get all of my ducks in a row before applying for a pool permit. I can't find anywhere on my county or state websites what the setback requirements are for an above-ground pool to the septic drain field. My current plan has the pool about 6 ft from the septic field as shown on...

Does anyone have a recommendation for a decent heatpump for a 15x26 ~10k gallon ABG? I'm near Raleigh, NC, so the winters are mild, and I'd like to extend the swimming season from May - Sept.

I want to setup a sub panel to run my pool equipment. For now, all the equipment that I'll have is a 1.5HP Hayward Matrix 2-speed pump, a Aquatrol SWG, a Hayward Elite low-voltage pool light, and a convenience outlet. But in the future I want to add an electric heat pump that will keep my water...

The pool package that I'm ordering comes standard with a Hayward 1.5 HP Matrix 2-speed pump. I had planned on upgrading to a Hayward 1.5 HP PowerFlow VS 300 Variable speed pump. One of the primary reasons is that I understand some 2-speed pumps can't run the SWG at low speed. I mentioned this...

I'm placing an order for a 15'x26'x54" Oval SW AGP tomorrow. I'm trying to get my head wrapped around how much of each chemical I'll need to start, and of course that requires knowing the volume in gallons (I'll also be ordering the TF-Pro Salt test kit). The PB said the pool is 9,204 gallons...

I want to order a Gorilla or Armor Shield pad (I understand they are pretty much the same), for my soon-to-be 15x26 AGP. What are the best online vendors for these pads?

I just received HOA approval this week for my pool installation. Now it’s getting real and I feel like I have a hundred decisions to make. The pool package that I was quoted comes standard with a 2-speed 1.5 HP pump, but I have an option to upgrade to a variable speed 1.5 HP pump for $450. I...

I just received HOA approval to install a 15x26 AGP, and now I have a thousand questions running through my head. I use to work as an electrician many years ago, so I’ll probably do my own electrical work. I plan on setting up a sub-panel near the pool and pulling 220 so I can install a heat...

@Dalancas Summers in Raleigh are hot in July/August. Most days in the mid-90s, with normally just a handful of days over 100. I’m sure nothing compared to Las Vegas. The big thing here is humidity. It can be brutal during the dog days of summer. Not sure if that has any impact on pool...

The pool company that I got the quote from isn’t really flexible on modifying their package. There are only a handful of upgrades available. A multi-speed pump, zeosand, and ladder options. Other than that…you get what you get. So I don’t have an option of getting a SWG with a higher rating...

I posted yesterday, but can no longer find my post. Did it get deleted for some reason? I have zero knowledge about pools and I'm ready to have an above-ground pool installed. I wanted an in-ground, but my septic layout won't allow it. I had Rising Sun Pools in Raleigh, NC give me a quote...

Quick question, I see a lot of references to the BBB method in the forums, but I can’t find anything about it. Is that the same as the TFP method?

Rising Sun Pools has surprisingly not provided much in details about the equipment. From what I can find online the Aquatrol SWG is rated for up to 18,000 gals, and I believe a 15 x 26 x 54 pool should be around 10,300 gals.

Hello All, I live near Raleigh, NC, and despite the fact that I’m pushing 60, I’m looking at buying our first pool. The house builder made sure that every square inch of the yard where you’d want an in-ground pool has septic lines….so it looks like I’m going the Above Ground route. I’m...

One thing I’ll add is that they are trying to push a Frog system on me, which I quickly learned should be avoided.

Hello All! I live near Raleigh, NC and I’m getting ready to pull the trigger on a 15x26 above ground pool with a saltwater generator. I have absolutely zero knowledge of pools and I’m currently suffering from analysis paralysis. This looks like a great forum to learn how to manage your pool...