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Well-maintained pool pump and filtration system installed in a secure housing in Brackenfell, Cape Town

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April 25, 2025

12 Ways to Destroy Your Pool Pump (& How to Avoid Them)

A well-functioning pool pump is the backbone of your swimming pool's circulation and filtration system. At Pools Reno, we often receive service calls from Cape Town pool owners facing pump issues that could’ve easily...

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April 25, 2025

Common Pool Pump Issues and How To Fix Them (Cape Town Guide)

Introduction A fully functioning pool pump is the heart of your swimming pool's circulation system. Without it, your pool water turns cloudy, algae blooms take hold, and chemical balance suffers. Whether you're in Cape...

Technician priming a swimming pool pump in Cape Town with hose water to restore suction

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April 25, 2025

How to Prime a Pool Pump Like a Pro (Cape Town Guide)

Introduction Priming your pool pump is a crucial step to ensure efficient water circulation and prevent motor damage. If your pump is running dry or not pulling water, it’s time to prime your pool...

Pool pump gasket, shaft seal, and O-ring rebuild kit for swimming pool pump repairs in Cape Town

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April 25, 2025

How To Replace Your Pool Pump Shaft Seal

A Step-by-Step To Replace Pool Pump Shaft Seal Guide for Cape Town Pool Owners A leaking pool pump can waste water, reduce filtration efficiency, and damage your motor over time. In most cases, the...

Complete pool pump installation with new plumbing and electrical setup in Cape Town

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April 25, 2025

A Complete Guide to Pool Pump Installation in Cape Town

Everything You Need to Know About Installing or Replacing a Pool Pump in the Western Cape Installing a pool pump is one of the most important steps in building or maintaining a functional and...

Digital pool timer with LCD display showing programmed settings – ideal for precise pool pump scheduling in Cape Town South Africa

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April 25, 2025

Different Types of Pool Pump Timers and How to Find the Right One For You

Plus: How to Install and Set Your Pool Pump Timer (Wiring Diagram Included!) When it comes to managing your pool’s energy use, filtration schedule, and chemical balance—a pool timer is a game-changer. It automates...

Salt chlorine generator system installed for a residential swimming pool in Cape Town

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April 25, 2025

How Long Does a Salt Chlorine Generator Take to Make Chlorine?

Plus: How to Install a Salt Chlorine Generator in Your Cape Town Pool Salt chlorine generators (also known as salt chlorinators) have revolutionised pool care across the Western Cape. They turn regular table salt...

Professional pool technician vacuuming a residential swimming pool for routine maintenance in Cape Town.

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April 24, 2025

Pool Water Discolouration: What They Mean & How to Fix Them in Cape Town, South Africa

Discoloured pool water is more than an eyesore—it can signal serious water quality issues. At Pools Reno, we specialise in diagnosing and treating pool water discolouration for homeowners across Cape Town and the Western...

Close-up of an Earthco pool skimmer weir flap installed in a Cape Town pool to improve surface debris collection and skimming performance

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April 24, 2025

When and How to Repair or Replace a Pool Skimmer Box: Cape Town Pool Owner’s Guide

If you're experiencing water loss, poor skimming action, or air bubbles in your pool system, your pool skimmer box may be the culprit. At Pools Reno, we specialise in pool skimmer repairs and replacements...