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Crystal Clear Pool Care for Beginners: The Step-by-Step DIY Guide to Keeping Your Pool Clean, Safe, and Sparkling in Just Minutes a Week-Without Hirin
Paperback
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Jun 24 2025
Pages: 182
Weight: 0.55
Height: 0.39 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Is your pool looking cloudy, green, or just not as clean as you'd like - and you're not sure what to do about it?
Do words like pH balance, shock treatment, and algae blooms sound intimidating or confusing?
If you're a new pool owner (or soon-to-be), you're not alone - and you're exactly who this book is for.
Crystal Clear Pool Care for Beginners is your step-by-step starter's guide to maintaining a sparkling, safe, and inviting pool without stress, confusion, or costly mistakes. Whether you've inherited a backyard pool, installed one yourself, or just want to reduce your reliance on expensive pool services, this book breaks it all down in simple, friendly terms anyone can follow.
✅ Inside, You'll Discover:
Pool Chemistry Made Easy: Understand pH, chlorine, alkalinity, calcium hardness, and more - without the headache.
Simple Weekly & Monthly Routines: Learn exactly what to check and when - so nothing gets out of hand.
How to Troubleshoot Cloudy Water, Algae, and Smells: Quick fixes and long-term prevention, all beginner-friendly.
Filtration Systems Demystified: Learn how cartridge, DE, and sand filters work - and how to maintain each type.
What Every New Pool Owner Should Know: Avoid rookie mistakes that cost hundreds in repairs or equipment damage.
When to Shock, Backwash, Vacuum, or Drain Your Pool - and Why: Get confident with each step of basic care.
Tools and Supplies Checklist: Save money with only the essentials (plus affordable alternatives pros use!).
Safe Storage and Chemical Handling Tips: Protect your family, pets, and property while still getting results.
Bonus Section: How to open and close your pool for the season, and how to keep things safe during extreme weather.
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