Dr. Fanatomy
'The challenges of beginner pool maintenance are like waves, they may seem overwhelming at first, but with dedication and knowledge, you can learn to ride them confidently.'Three years back, I purchased a house with a pool and decided to renovate it and learn the craft of pool maintenance.I invested, struggled, and finally learned the craft with a set pattern and clarity. Like :How to start with a minimum and basic set of maintenance tools and grow with itWhat can be done DIY and when to call a professionalPool safety always comes first, and needs discipline to follow the set rules /checklists.Understand the fundamental issues & solutions of pumps, filters, heaters, and other equipment.Pool maintenance is expensive, so be regular with care and do due diligence before primary equipment purchase/replacement.This handbook comes from someone who has never done pool maintenance and learned from scratch in the last three years. So I have included :Actual photographs of pools and equipmentTables in most chapters to make a mindmap of equipment, significant issues, reasons, solutions, etc. After going through the book, I want you to have a diagram of major equipment and how they work.Frequently asked questions section to clear the basic doubts of every beginner.Glossary to understand basic terminologies in pool maintenance. I suggest going through it first.12 pool maintenance log tables are provided to start working after completing the book. You can take multiple printouts /copies of the pages and use them afterward.In the current connected times, recently acquired skills are immediately transferrable, and this knowledge sharing is most up-to-date, relevant, and helpful.So I have learned pool maintenance in the last three years, implemented it in around five pools of friends and family, and now transferring it to you through this book. So all the information is as follows:★Relevant★Up to date★Simplified★RelatableThe flow of the chapters goes as :Introduction to Pool Maintenance: Understanding the BasicsTypes of Pools: Choosing the Perfect Oasis. Essential Pool Maintenance Tools and EquipmentWater Chemistry: Achieving and Maintaining BalanceSkimming, Brushing, and Vacuuming: Keeping Your Pool CleanCirculation and Filtration: Keeping the Water ClearPool Safety and Essential GuidelinesTroubleshooting Common Pool IssuesOff-Season Maintenance and Winterizing. Glossary & Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)Pool Maintenance LogbookThe best knowledge is simple, to the point, and in a logical flow- That’s what I have tried to present.
