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DIY Pool Service & Repair Guides

Simple, safe fixes you can try yourself — plus how to know when it's time to call a Houston pro.

Try it yourself first — we'll be here if you get stuck

Plenty of pool service and repair problems have a simple fix you can safely do yourself in a few minutes — and we'd rather save you a service call than sell you one. These free, step-by-step guides walk you through the quick checks the pros run first. Work through them, and if the problem is bigger than a DIY fix — or anything feels unsafe — a licensed local Houston pro is one free quote away.

How to Balance Your Pool Chemistry (The Right Order to Test and Dose)

Easy · 30–45 minutes

Balanced water is clear, gentle, and easy to sanitize. Here is the right order to test and adjust each level so the chemicals actually work.

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How to Clear a Green Pool (Shock, Filter, and Repeat)

Moderate · 2–5 days

Green water means algae has taken over. Here is the shock-and-filter routine that turns a green pool clear again — and how long it really takes.

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How to Clean Your Pool Filter (Cartridge, DE, and Sand)

Easy · 30–60 minutes

A clogged filter means weak circulation and cloudy water. Here is how to clean each type of filter safely and know when to just replace it.

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How to Prime a Pool Pump That Lost Suction

Easy · 15–30 minutes

Your pump is running but not pulling water. Here is how to re-prime it and fix the three usual causes: low water, a clogged basket, or an air leak.

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How to Find a Pool Leak (The Bucket Test and Dye Test)

Easy · 24–48 hours (mostly waiting)

Is your pool actually leaking, or just evaporating in the Houston heat? The bucket test tells you for sure, and the dye test helps find where.

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