Open Your Own Pool & Keep it Clean All Season - EASY TIPS

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  • @SilverCymbal
    @SilverCymbal  3 роки тому +31

    Thanks for watching please *LIKE & SUBSCRIBE* Test Strips: amzn.to/2PWOQzy​ Liquid Shock: amzn.to/3meWkKu​ Scrub Brush: amzn.to/3fDPnBC​

    • @Skialta2024TX
      @Skialta2024TX 3 роки тому +1

      How do you know how much of what chemical to buy when using the Hach strips? I'm a Western MA guy, I truly appreciate your videos!

    • @iisreset
      @iisreset 3 роки тому

      Great video, we just got a home with inground pool and we opened it yesterday and it was super green! Hope we can get it cleared up.. Thanks mate!

    • @tumiliese7861
      @tumiliese7861 3 роки тому

      Thank you for helping my dad

    • @ladder238photography6
      @ladder238photography6 2 роки тому

      I use nothing but liquid chlorine in my pool

  • @alexanderwilliams-hoffman5436
    @alexanderwilliams-hoffman5436 3 роки тому +497

    I don’t even have a pool but great video LOL

  • @janicejohnson1424
    @janicejohnson1424 2 роки тому +20

    My father was in charge of our family pool. He passed away in January and we are in charge of helping our mom open the pool this season. Thanks for your amazing videos. From Massachusetts...

  • @christ6370
    @christ6370 10 місяців тому +5

    Another tip that is super efficient is to first use a vacuum brush head. It directly sucks up the algae instead of just mixing it all up and gets any sand or dirt off the bottom. Go nice and slow and your pool will be clean almost immediately. No need to run the expensive pump for days and days. Less chlorine to sanitize and pool will be ready in no time. Get the vacuum brush head with spring bypass ports in the top so there's no issues of too much suction. Just plug the hose into the skimmer suction hole or if you have a lot of leaves get the vacuum plate that fits over your skimmer basket, you can also use an inline leaf catcher. I use this setup once a month even though I have "The pool cleaner" vacuum running every day and I'm surprised by the fine debris my skimmer sock catches when I do it. As always keep an eye on filter pressures and clean / de-scale regularly. If you like this tip please Thumbs up 👍 this comment to keep it at the top of the list to help other people.

  • @Famousykwydit
    @Famousykwydit 3 роки тому +14

    As someone who wires pools for a living, this guy is spot on with his info. Great video and advice for the unknowing.

  • @PhAnt0M9817
    @PhAnt0M9817 3 роки тому +68

    As someone who has worked at Leslie’s Pools for 4 years, I can say getting it checked in the store is far more accurate than testing strips. Also there are certain things the store checks for and the strips don’t test for so it’s a better choice if you can get it done! Liquid shock is essentially slightly stronger bleach at about 12.5 percent chlorine and some powder shocks are up to 73 percent available chlorine so powder is much stronger for extreme algae but liquid is more convenient. Great video!

    • @thomashamilton9658
      @thomashamilton9658 2 роки тому +3

      I've been going to Leslie's for 4 years and I no longer have them test my water. Back and forth, wild goose chase, ka-ching! I buy their 7 in 1 testing strips and use soda ash and dry acid etc to get those numbers where they need to be. And I also use Leslie's Perfect Weekly and a floating chlorine tab dispenser. Pardon my ego but my pool water is to die for. So why should I stand in line in un-air conditioned Leslie's to have them test my water? UN EFFING NECESSARY.

  • @floryder8385
    @floryder8385 Рік тому +3

    Great informative video. I purchased my home about 10 years ago and last year, with the help of this video, I opened and maintained my pool all by myself! Thank you so much!

  • @makingmoney8405
    @makingmoney8405 Рік тому +2

    Sir thank you truly. I did exactly what you said , exactly , I bought the liquid hth as well . Even though I have a 12,000 gallon fully sunken above ground pool and my pool is not a true in ground and my filter is nowhere in the class of yours it worked perfectly . Thank you for taking the time to explain in a very clear concise way . Your the best

  • @Powerduo88
    @Powerduo88 6 місяців тому +1

    My hubby, too. He works so hard to maintain our pool. It's a lot more than you think!

  • @WranglerRunner1
    @WranglerRunner1 3 роки тому +11

    Great video. I definitely do, however, prefer a Taylor test kit to the test strips. Reagents seem to be a lot more accurate and mostly save you from a trip to the local pool store for a test. It does take a little bit of getting used to but is worth it in the long run.

  • @mskikitv1681
    @mskikitv1681 3 роки тому +6

    This video is great! Trying this today. I just purchased a home with a pool and have no prior knowledge of pools. Will keep you posted on how everything turns out. Its so strange when I scoop up the water it looks clear but the pool is definitely green

    • @DanburyConnecticut
      @DanburyConnecticut 3 роки тому

      it's just density, like how the shallow end will look less green than the deep end, that or there is just algae buildup on the sides.

  • @watertech011
    @watertech011 Рік тому

    You Sir are a National Treasure thank you for all your informational videos! I always learn something from your videos.

  • @brianpederson7315
    @brianpederson7315 2 роки тому +2

    Here in MN, I find when you close the pool (wait for the water temp to hit 60F) directly affects how much algae is in the pool when I open it in the spring. Everyone locally, declares labor day weekend as the end of swim season, and closes their pool (too early) just to find the algae mess in the spring. The same thing happens in the spring, when the pool temp starts getting warmer than 60F, you start flirting with algae growth again. Also, we find closing the pool 2x easier than opening the pool... Cleaning all the "winterizing" parts takes all day with the pressure washer!

  • @sirchasm1625
    @sirchasm1625 2 роки тому +3

    This is not the first time I watched this video, nor will it be the last. Well done and many thanks!

  • @adamcrouch2937
    @adamcrouch2937 3 роки тому +3

    I do this now and it saves more money not buying all those extra chemicals and stuff to treat it. Thanks.

  • @dustincercado
    @dustincercado 2 роки тому

    One of the best DIY channels on UA-cam. Thank you for sharing!

  • @jamesbrown7521
    @jamesbrown7521 Рік тому +2

    Don’t assume your local pool store is out to get you. Shop local and develop a relationship. These guys are usually very knowledgeable and buy you products from then that’s how they stay in business. You’re support is how these guys stay in business and they can teach you plenty to keep your pool well taken care of.

  • @EagleKeeper86
    @EagleKeeper86 2 роки тому +5

    It’s a great idea to check the pH and balance it first. Because the sanitizing mechanism of chlorine is dependent on pH. Too low, or too high and the chlorine won’t be as effective.

  • @eywrong
    @eywrong 3 роки тому +4

    don't have a pool, and probably never will, but this is a great and comprehensive video. you did a great job explaining everything. cheers.

    • @SilverCymbal
      @SilverCymbal  3 роки тому +1

      Glad you enjoyed it! I appreciate it

  • @johnrday2023
    @johnrday2023 8 місяців тому +1

    Thanx ! But what strength is the liquid shock ???

  • @sk8boredd
    @sk8boredd 3 роки тому +156

    Who literally watched this when they didn't really have a pool

    • @bigguns2229
      @bigguns2229 3 роки тому +4

      This is helping me decide if I want a pool in the future

    • @Valkyiria01
      @Valkyiria01 Рік тому +2

      Dude having a pool is not that complicated. The issue is impatience, I spent a ton of money with chemicals to speed process and just wast of money. Shock is key

    • @boogherghostgreenslimy529
      @boogherghostgreenslimy529 Рік тому +1

      So, DON'T WATCH IT!!!

    • @zendayashearer8800
      @zendayashearer8800 Рік тому

      Mee😊

  • @MRobert1984
    @MRobert1984 3 роки тому +41

    We're living the same life. Whenever I do something or think about doing it, you put out a video on it. Do you BBQ too?

    • @SilverCymbal
      @SilverCymbal  3 роки тому +7

      Absolutely we love the grill

    • @mohamedfahad2364
      @mohamedfahad2364 3 роки тому +8

      @@SilverCymbal you need to pull up that grill and give us some BBQing tips. 💉💪🏾🙏🏽

  • @teresarafael9357
    @teresarafael9357 2 роки тому

    We have a pool and needs maintenance, I'm, going to help my brother to keep it clean per your video. Thanks. it was very heplful.

  • @davepowers7650
    @davepowers7650 8 місяців тому

    Great video...im amazed that your test read so high chlorine after just 2 bottles of shock!!!

  • @sokola311
    @sokola311 3 роки тому +3

    Used to rent a room in a house with a pool in my younger days. What a blast. It was fun to see results. Wish I would have had this system for sure.

  • @valdimirjose
    @valdimirjose 2 роки тому

    One of the best video here yet.

  • @sotexlawn
    @sotexlawn 3 роки тому +6

    Now I need a pool to apply these great tips 👍🏻 Another great vid

  • @mikag642010
    @mikag642010 2 роки тому +1

    This is an awesome channel. Glad I found it and subscribed

  • @sweat319
    @sweat319 3 роки тому +6

    Thanks for your information and video 📹 I appreciate you 🙏

  • @BenG78
    @BenG78 2 роки тому +3

    Wife just bought a pool with a house and now I'm a pool guy 😂

  • @marcberm
    @marcberm 3 роки тому +13

    Great video! I think a lot of people are under the impression that you can just keep rebalancing water chemistry by adding things. While that's partially true, it's always better to work toward dialing-in rather than overshooting and correcting. There's only so much "stuff" water can hold, before the total dissolved solids (TDS) are so high the water becomes particularly hard and/or irritating and difficult to manage chemically. At that point the only solution is replacing some or all of the water.

    • @SilverCymbal
      @SilverCymbal  3 роки тому +6

      Absolutely great points. It reminds me way back when I had aquariums. Some people would get all that stuff sold to them, additives, boosters, etc. The water gets almost polluted with all that stuff. Keep the basics good and the other things take care of themselves.

    • @marcberm
      @marcberm 3 роки тому +6

      @@SilverCymbal Growing up I used to take care of my family's pool because I took an interest in it while it seemed like dad was always screwing it up. In time they just appreciated it as one of the things "the kid can do." 😂 I do like to occasionally have my water tested (free) at the local pool store... But more just as a baseline to make sure I'm not going off the rails. You just have to be good at declining the hard sell that comes after the test.

  • @chrismaxny4066
    @chrismaxny4066 2 роки тому +2

    That cover was super clean not like mine after a winter! The water was at the point after I add 15 gallons of chlorine and much vacuuming and skimming.

    • @SilverCymbal
      @SilverCymbal  2 роки тому

      It gets a lot of debris. I use the electric leaf blower to get the stuff off periodically.

  • @DanburyConnecticut
    @DanburyConnecticut 3 роки тому

    lol i found my lawn care vids from silver cymbal, then i look for pool care stuff and there he is, silver cymbal again. God bless this man. will no longer pay 350/year to open/close pool (700 total damn!!).

  • @thuff3207
    @thuff3207 3 роки тому +1

    Very good advice to open a pool. I would add turn on your automatic chlorinator when you shock to help with more chlorine while your filtering the water.

  • @Eunotus
    @Eunotus 2 роки тому +1

    The green is just algie. That type of cover allows light through. Also easier to take it off if you fold it seem to seem and leave the springs attached until you fold to them. Keep the cover from going in the water so much like that. Do this for a living

  • @rxlo1062
    @rxlo1062 3 роки тому +4

    Excellent video 👍

  • @petebeat1510
    @petebeat1510 3 роки тому +1

    Great video mate

  • @milkqc
    @milkqc 8 місяців тому

    Just saved my life ..... and a lot of money thank you very much !

  • @mgrifi
    @mgrifi 2 роки тому +2

    i was told to pour the chlorine at night so the sun UV doesn't eat up the particles, so we just did that this evening. I did get Regal Ultra 60 for algaecide too, but next time I will just try bleach first...
    Oh and I guess we are brushing the bottom of the pool tomorrow morning as we definitely didn't do that lol!

  • @jonkirkwood469
    @jonkirkwood469 3 роки тому +1

    You had me at "liquid chlorine." I'll verify your premise. After a repair one year, the pool company had water delivered that came either from a pond, or an abandoned pool. I had a mess. Because my pool generates its own chlorine, I'd never used shock. "Superchlorinate" was just a setting. I asked a friend, who had more pool experience for help and he told me: "You can never add too much hypochlorite." So I took his word and added five gallons of 10% NaOCL. Within a day, the Paramount nozzle system and the chlorine had cleared the water. I love that nozzle system. That, and a saltwater pool make for a lazy man's dream.
    I use the test strips, too. I spent nine years doing reactor coolant and steam plant chemistry. The pool chemistry I did was spent nuclear fuel pool chemistry. A backyard pool just doesn't require the precision of complicated test methods, especially if you have a vinyl or fiberglass pool.
    I have a plaster-coated gunite, saltwater pool. I use an impermeable cover over winter to keep the water below the tile line to prevent freeze damage to the tiles (See: ...a repair one year). The cover blocks light and rainwater, therefore: no algae. Downside: it's a heavy sonuvagun. It weighs about as much as your helpers.
    Your place looks great. Thanks for another informative video.

  • @generessler6282
    @generessler6282 2 роки тому +4

    Great video except the advice on test strips. I've compared exactly those strips with carefully done Taylor K2006 tests numerous times. For chlorine they're in the ballpark. (That's why I keep the strips around: a sanity check when there's no reason to suspect chlorine is low.) For hardness and TA they're iffy. For CYA they're just about meaningless.
    Of course this is for my pool. Ymmv.

  • @corndogonasticc
    @corndogonasticc 3 роки тому +2

    Idk how i found this but man this is probably one of the few random videos that i enjoy randomly

  • @krehbein
    @krehbein 3 роки тому +1

    For under $500 you could put in a Hayward pro logic panel and get rid of those timers and aqua rite. The aquarite will fetch you at least $300. Take that and apply it to a pro logic plp4. Your handy with electrical. Also you can then control your Hayward vsp. Controlling everything with the plp4 is nice. This is what I did.

  • @cookingwithmans264
    @cookingwithmans264 3 роки тому +1

    This is another very intresting video.
    👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻full watched🧐😂

  • @NewGuy2424
    @NewGuy2424 3 роки тому +2

    That pool looks great actually from the beginning. Most are straight black n filled with leaves at the bottom depending where you live

  • @bbblitz502
    @bbblitz502 9 місяців тому

    Amazing video!! You are my hero. Thank you so much for making this. Can I ask, did yoy use 10% or 12.5% shock? Thank you so much.

  • @JagdishNarkar
    @JagdishNarkar 3 роки тому +2

    This looks so amazing, I am going to try this and will let you know

  • @aaryavsandal9382
    @aaryavsandal9382 3 роки тому +4

    First, love the vids keep it up!

    • @SilverCymbal
      @SilverCymbal  3 роки тому

      Thank you very much I appreciate it

  • @kelm1123
    @kelm1123 3 роки тому

    Very good tips, I open my pool three days ago and is still green. Will brush and shock it tonight.

  • @jimmillecam8147
    @jimmillecam8147 Рік тому

    Can't wait to try it!

  • @thomashamilton9658
    @thomashamilton9658 2 роки тому +1

    The chlorine bottle itself----if you read it---will say to first adjust alkalinity and pH. Before you add the chlorine. Not a huge issue, but your chlorine will be more effective if pH and alkalinity are in the proper ranges. Usually at open they are far from it.

  • @ColinBarrett001
    @ColinBarrett001 9 місяців тому

    Excellent. Thank you!

  • @ericawilliams8951
    @ericawilliams8951 3 роки тому

    Best pool cleaning video by far!!! Thanks

  • @T24Anthony11
    @T24Anthony11 3 роки тому +1

    Omg Tysm 110% worked love u bro ❤

  • @bp516
    @bp516 Рік тому

    Great video!!

  • @MichaelGawesebmainone
    @MichaelGawesebmainone 4 місяці тому

    How can I clean laundry used water to water plants with?

  • @edwinmonterroza7426
    @edwinmonterroza7426 3 роки тому

    Exactly!! When you take a sample of water to the pool store they wanna sell you everything. I just use the test strips

  • @KNARFNY
    @KNARFNY 3 роки тому +5

    That's a solid LOOP-LOC and your pool opens green? Also, you should shock at night when it's dark so the sun doesn't dissolve the chlorine too quickly.

  • @RodolfoSuarez-k5s
    @RodolfoSuarez-k5s 9 місяців тому

    Great Video, just FYI your Liquid Shock link isn't working. I would check your links

  • @AceTechn0
    @AceTechn0 3 роки тому +1

    I don’t have a pool but this was pretty cool

  • @keekee7632
    @keekee7632 3 роки тому +2

    Great video! I’m having issues with backwashing….as well. I have a neighbor for years who doesn’t like the water to run through her yard but I’m trying to find another option .. it’s not tons of water but I wish I could figure out another way.

    • @keekee7632
      @keekee7632 2 роки тому

      @40 Life thank you I will check into this.

  • @hunglong6587
    @hunglong6587 2 роки тому

    Thanks your good video for me first time own the pool learn some. Can I ask you my pool have some yellow on the wall , step and on spas, so Do I put the liquid chlorine and let the pump run it and how long should let the pump run and what speed or gallon minute to set the pump for effective. Wait your response thanks again.

  • @attilavicen1579
    @attilavicen1579 8 місяців тому

    You not changing the water in the pool? How long the same water stays in the pool usually?

  • @fmaz1952
    @fmaz1952 3 роки тому +2

    You leave your pool full during winter?
    Does it turn into a concrete breaking cube of ice?

    • @SilverCymbal
      @SilverCymbal  3 роки тому +2

      I drain it to almost 1/2 way to close it, but every year without fail we get so much rain it fills up over. I even will pump it sometimes under the cover but our winter pre-spring can be crazy. Then of course it all stops to burn up the lawn! We never get it when you need it.

    • @fmaz1952
      @fmaz1952 3 роки тому

      @@SilverCymbal relatable, hahaha

  • @gurups
    @gurups 3 роки тому

    Will you make a video on closing the pool?? That would be great.

  • @granTurismo295
    @granTurismo295 3 роки тому +6

    Hey loved the video. Opening pool myself this year and this makes it seem super-simple. Wondering if you were planning to make more pool videos discussing what you use to maintain the pool during the season like liquid or powdered shock, now that chlorine prices shot up. Cheers!

  • @ncon00iplus17
    @ncon00iplus17 8 місяців тому

    The chlorine float dispenser you used for winterizing do you just add 5 tablets for the winter and leave it or do you change them out during the winter?

  • @strikergaming4862
    @strikergaming4862 6 місяців тому

    Thanks man

  • @danb3080
    @danb3080 3 роки тому

    Cal hypo and revive water conditioner work wonders too, especially deep green water.

  • @UmarMinhas4121994
    @UmarMinhas4121994 3 роки тому

    Superb done excellent

  • @sciotediligamteetliberfier3277

    Thank you.

  • @NaniStar11
    @NaniStar11 Рік тому

    Hello, thanks for your video. How would I know which Valve to open? My pool had a few but I’m scared to open the wrong one.

  • @joetropika
    @joetropika 3 роки тому

    Thanks for sharing. Good info

  • @XXXXxx-oy9vm
    @XXXXxx-oy9vm 2 роки тому

    Please make a video regarding pool covers

  • @schurkraid
    @schurkraid 2 роки тому

    3:56 i have exact the same dirt but without winter i have this in summer.
    but i dont get it how i can do this away...

  • @richrelationshipsrefuge
    @richrelationshipsrefuge 2 роки тому +2

    Wow,thank you so much we have had a pool for seven years and have never gone from green to blue in hours. Thank you so much you are amazing!

  • @pf5658
    @pf5658 3 роки тому +5

    Just bought my first house that came with a pool and I have no damn idea what to do so now I’ll definitely have to try. 😂

    • @hardushelm6268
      @hardushelm6268 3 роки тому

      Lol me 2, but I seem to manage thus far. Just keep your hand on it

  • @louisluis1
    @louisluis1 3 роки тому +1

    Can you teach us how to close a pool as well? Love the channel! 😁

  • @Jgentry818
    @Jgentry818 3 роки тому +2

    if you want to let out all of the air there’s a pressure relief valve on the top of your filter for a reason.

  • @dseli8779
    @dseli8779 2 роки тому

    Would you ever recommend doing a saltwater pool

  • @Gdplayer89
    @Gdplayer89 7 місяців тому +1

    Tip: Add Pool salt or idionized salt. It helps with preventing bacteria, and in a week or 2 will turn into chlorine.

  • @ultimatesteve
    @ultimatesteve 3 роки тому +1

    i switched to liquid shock this year because it doesnt add any stabilizer. last year i had a build up of stabilizer from years of using tabs and not draining the pool for closing. liquid shock is way cheaper too.

  • @rlarocca1
    @rlarocca1 3 роки тому +2

    Nice video. I have an above-ground pool, but I am thinking about investing in an inground pool. When you bought the house, was the pool there, or you added later? I am also in New England, and I would like to know the price to add one.

    • @SilverCymbal
      @SilverCymbal  3 роки тому +4

      Thank you. I added this pool 4 years ago, kids obviously love them but one of mine has a disability and for her this is her entire world in the summer so it made the expense of it a little more important. New England is expensive to get any pool put in, but I got quotes as low as $30k and over $100k, which is total insanity but in todays economy you are looking at around $40-50k in this area. Maintaining it yourself can save you upwards of $1k more a year which is why I do it.

    • @rlarocca1
      @rlarocca1 3 роки тому +1

      @@SilverCymbal thank you!

  • @claregina1
    @claregina1 3 роки тому +1

    Good video, jeez some of these comments are harsh...Is this a fiberglass pool? Wondering the dimensions, have one getting installed in a couple months.

    • @SilverCymbal
      @SilverCymbal  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you, yes this one i fiberglass I believe its 16x36

    • @claregina1
      @claregina1 3 роки тому

      Interesting I saw for winterizing you drain it half way, I always thought it needed to stay full...love all your videos keep doing what you are doing

  • @stacierichardson4475
    @stacierichardson4475 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you for this😁👍

  • @csalinas-sf6jg
    @csalinas-sf6jg 3 роки тому

    thanks

  • @BrianRich-wf4sz
    @BrianRich-wf4sz 7 місяців тому

    thank you for showing us exactly what not to do!!! never use test strips. they are notoriously inn accurate !!! Always use the drops and test every day, with a lot of use 2 or 3 times a day. Run your filter 24/7 and vacuum and sweep every day and your water will be clear all summer

  • @QuietStormX
    @QuietStormX 3 роки тому

    Good Tips for Owners save DIY $$$$ season after season... 👍😎

  • @jeffellis7972
    @jeffellis7972 2 роки тому

    Great video. Can I just add that if chlorine alone doesn’t clear water then have water tested. Low ph and too much chlorine can cause what appears to be an algae bloom.

  • @railroadsgarage9242
    @railroadsgarage9242 2 роки тому

    Hey man great video. I have all dead algea at the bottom of my pool. I been vaccuming but it’s very tedious . Your saying all i need to do is brush it? Add some liquid chlorine and run the filter?? And it will clear it all up?

  • @monddasher516
    @monddasher516 5 місяців тому

    As a person with kid swimming pool,i want to say thank you.

  • @CheeseyChazHD
    @CheeseyChazHD 3 роки тому +1

    Test your Ph before. if it's too high your shock won't work. put at 6.8 and you'll be good to add shock.

  • @VRTimeFun
    @VRTimeFun 3 роки тому

    Great video my dude. Wish more UA-cam content creaties where like this

  • @JimmyTurner
    @JimmyTurner 3 роки тому

    I live in south Florida. I didnt realize this was a thing. I just never thought about it.

  • @georgeschlaline6057
    @georgeschlaline6057 Рік тому

    Hey Ed where you going with sunblock in your hand?
    Going to my swimming pool and swim All the hours of my life

  • @JustinHolder
    @JustinHolder 2 роки тому

    Great great video!!!!

  • @tumiliese7861
    @tumiliese7861 3 роки тому

    This is great for me

  • @sergeyb8
    @sergeyb8 3 роки тому +6

    Can't believe you already opened! May is the season of all the crap coming down from trees haha

    • @SilverCymbal
      @SilverCymbal  3 роки тому +1

      It is very early. I don't mind if I need to clean the skimmer. We dont have a heater but we get a lot of sun I wouldn't be surprised if we were in it at the end of the April early May

  • @takohma1056
    @takohma1056 3 роки тому +1

    I don’t even own a house to have a pool lol. Good video!!

  • @JohnSmith-hs5nr
    @JohnSmith-hs5nr 3 роки тому +3

    No mention of pH. A most important aspect of pool maintenance. I worked in the pool industry 20 years.