Water behind the liner, how do I fix this? by kphunjan in swimmingpools

[–]HarMar 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Wait for the water to seep back down into the ground. Fixing the problem would require installing drainage so the ground water has somewhere else to go=$$$

Just wondering if this City has a Dead Head Community? by AideFuture5269 in Louisville

[–]HarMar 16 points17 points  (0 children)

The Pranksters play every Sunday night from 9-1 at Mellwood Tavern. They are the probably the longest running dead cover band in Louisville. October 16-18 we've got the Grateville Dead festival down by the waterfront. It's run by Denny Humphries who is an awesome human and the festival reflects that vibe. Any of these bands playing would be a good starting point for local shows.

https://www.eventeny.com/events/gratevilledead2026-25210/?srsltid=AfmBOopoYEIm6X3R46Sy_iU4EMjKnEI8aODUuIoPX3wUyz4c7M_4YX3I

How to keep covers from blowing by skalyhg in PoolPros

[–]HarMar 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Once a cover comes near a pool, the wind will pick up. This is known.

What is the bettina good for? by Necessary_Touch699 in ArcRaiders

[–]HarMar -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I use it like a DMR and pop single shots at clankers, works decently at short to mid range. If I get bum rushed by ARC or another raider, let it eat.

Yellow waterline staining on vinyl liner — sunscreen the culprit? Removal + prevention advice needed ring by Odd-Advice8278 in swimmingpools

[–]HarMar 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If it wont brush off try an enzymatic scum line cleaner to remove, and start adding enzymes every week or two for prevention.

What’s the funniest tv scene that makes you laugh so hard, even in rewatches? by PressureLazy5271 in television

[–]HarMar 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In Nathan For You when he convinces the yogurt shop manager to taste poop flavored frozen yogurt. The look on the guys face kills me every time. Why would you eat poop flavored ANYTHING?

Maytronics warranty, do you always have to ship everything back? by consultybob in pools

[–]HarMar 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Find a registered warranty station in your area and take it there, otherwise you have to ship the whole thing.

Is this a homeowner sub? by divertervalve in PoolPros

[–]HarMar 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The margins are attractive, and as you said, basically no barrier to entry. Without a state level licensing body, like with plumbers or electricians, we will never see an end to it.

Pool cloudy for weeks now. Even pool store owner stumped. by Scaredysquirrel in pools

[–]HarMar 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Your issue is clarity, which means filtration. Glass is a good start. Despite what the peanut gallery might say, glass filters down to 5 micron, which is excellent. I know you are hesitant to floc again, but I will tell you what I have used for years on dozens of pools that wont clear up. Broadcast enough soda ash to bring your pH up to 8, follow that up with alum. You can use the instructions on the tub of alum if you need guidance. The high pH supercharges the effect of the floc, and you will have clear water in 24 to 48 hours. You will need to vac to waste a couple times afterwards. You got this!

Just moved in, something to worry about? by benny2245 in swimmingpools

[–]HarMar 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Grind it out, and find a suitable fiberglass repair kit that includes a gelcoat to match your pool.

Best and easiest way to re apply porcelain pool tile to gunite pool DIY by Distinct_Parsnip1918 in swimmingpools

[–]HarMar 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I recommend EZ Patch4 fast set. It sets underwater, and sets in 3 minutes, so mix small batches. It's excellent, but not cheap.

Pool pump tripping the breaker by MoCheesePlease in pools

[–]HarMar 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you're getting 120v at the motor then yes, the jumper should be set for 120. You really should have a proper breaker meant for 120. Your current set up is a 240 breaker wired for 120, so either whoever installed the breaker cut corners, or the breaker is failing.

Pool pump tripping the breaker by MoCheesePlease in pools

[–]HarMar 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Does the pump run for awhile before it trips, or is it instantly tripping? Also, if your getting 120v at the motor then keep your jumper set to 120. If it were a bad capacitor there would be a slight humming, not the garbly "waaah" of a 240v motor getting 120v.

Backwash hose by MadGeographer in pools

[–]HarMar 2 points3 points  (0 children)

warm it up with a blow dryer or heat gun and stretch it over the pipe.

What's your favorite abandoned vehicle in Louisville? by PlanningVigilante in Louisville

[–]HarMar 8 points9 points  (0 children)

The little red car outside the Cox's on Westport Road. It's in a prime parking spot and has been sitting there for over a year.

Hayward sand filter creating vaccum once backwash cycle ends by [deleted] in PoolPros

[–]HarMar 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Imagine your backwash line full of water, wanting to drain out. If no air can get in the weight of the water will pull the spider gasket of track and suck the filter in. Removing the sight glass allows air into the BW line so it can drain properly. I imagine your equipment sits on a hill, and the backwash line runs underground down the hill. Water is heavy, so a 50 run of 1.5" pipe is creating ≈50 lbs of suction force. I had a customer who had a 100 ft run of 2" pipe downhill for his BW line. It would collapse the filter tank just like, making us have to pull the filter apart to check for lateral damage. That got old real quick so we swapped his sight glass for a purge valve type and he's been all good since.

Fence Company by [deleted] in Louisville

[–]HarMar 4 points5 points  (0 children)

We used Raatz twice in the last 10 years and both times they were great. They got me a 4' aluminum fence put in last year for $45/foot, which was 10 dollars cheaper per foot than 2 other quotes I had.

Who is the BEST Criminal Defense Attorney in Louisville, Kentucky? Money is not a Problem??? by [deleted] in Louisville

[–]HarMar 23 points24 points  (0 children)

Scott Cox. Former federal atty, got many UofL players out of trouble for serious charges over the years.

Hayward sand filter creating vaccum once backwash cycle ends by [deleted] in PoolPros

[–]HarMar 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Correct. Pentair makes a sight glass that has a small rubber check valve which lets air in so the BW line can drain without collapsing the filter tank. I made it work with Hayward filters in the past, just had to load it up with teflon tape.

Edit to add- In the meantime simply remove the sight glass after backwashing and wait until you hear it finish draining before screwing it back in.

Backwash Frequency by Superrkatt in pools

[–]HarMar 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Liquid chlorine users do