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Turning up the solar set temperature does NOT heat your pool faster!

Turning up the solar set temperature does NOT heat your pool faster!

August 5, 2022

Here’s one I see ALL the time: pool owners set the solar set temp in the 90’s because they think […]

FloVerter pool solar valve

FloVerter pool solar valve

May 16, 2020

Ever wonder what the FloVerter pool solar looks like and how it works? So do a lot of people! I […]

When is it time to turn on/ open pool solar?

When is it time to turn on/ open pool solar?

April 9, 2019

When is it time to open the swimming pool solar system for the swim season? I’m asked this question every […]

SunTouch Controller help- Replace it!

SunTouch Controller help- Replace it!

April 11, 2017

The SunTouch Controller is a lemon! Pentair has a well-earned reputation for designing and manufacturing the finest swimming pool products […]

Is your pool water TOO hot? Here are a couple tricks to cool it off…

Is your pool water TOO hot? Here are a couple tricks to cool it off…

June 30, 2013

Here’s a common email I receive during heat waves: “Mike, my pool is too hot. How do I cool it […]

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