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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...

Swimming pool volume calculation formula diagram for accurate water measurement

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April 20, 2025

Pool Volume Calculator: How Much Water Is In Your Pool?

Calculating your pool’s volume is a crucial step in pool maintenance. Whether you need to determine how much water to add after a clean, adjust chemicals, or size your pool equipment, knowing your pool’s...

High-performance pool pump connected to a full filtration system in a residential Kuilsriver pool setup, ensuring clean and efficient water circulation.

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April 20, 2025

Pool Pump Size Calculator: What Size Pump Do You Need?

Pool Pump Size Calculator: What Size Pump Do You Need? Choosing the right pool pump is essential for maintaining a clean and healthy pool. A pump that is too small may struggle to filter...

Person using a digital salt meter to test salt level in a backyard saltwater swimming pool in Cape Town, South Africa

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April 20, 2025

Pool Salt Calculator: How Much Salt Do You Need to Add?

If you have a saltwater pool, maintaining the correct salt levels is crucial for optimal performance. Saltwater pools rely on a salt chlorine generator to produce chlorine from salt, providing a more natural and...

Adding baking soda to a swimming pool to raise total alkalinity levels

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April 20, 2025

Pool Alkalinity Calculator: What to Add & How Much

Maintaining the right alkalinity levels in your pool is key to ensuring balanced water chemistry. Pool alkalinity acts as a buffer to stabilize the pH levels of your pool water, preventing drastic swings in...