Pool Chemistry

What you'll learn in this module

Each chapter below corresponds to one lesson or video. Links marked with → take you into our reference library for a deeper write-up on the same topic.

1. 01

   Water Balancing Basics (pH, Alkalinity, Calcium)

   The three big numbers every tech tests first. Ranges, why they matter, quick fixes.

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2. 02

   Sanitizers and Disinfectants (Chlorine, Bromine, Alternatives)

   How each sanitizer works, when to use which, and the myths to stop repeating.

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3. 03

   Algae Prevention and Treatment in Tropical Climates

   Green, black, mustard — what each one is, how Florida humidity helps it, how to win.

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4. 04

   Stain and Scale Control (Florida Minerals)

   Florida fill water is hard. Here's how to prevent metal stains and calcium scale.

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5. 05

   Testing Methods and Tools (Kits, Digital Testers, Records)

   Drop kits, strips, digital meters — which is accurate, which is fast, and how to record.

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6. 06

   Cyanuric Acid (CYA) Management

   CYA protects chlorine — but too much creates 'chlorine lock.' How to stay in range.

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7. 07

   Shock Treatments: When, How, Alternatives

   Why half-shocking makes things worse. Breakpoint math, timing, non-chlorine alternatives.

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8. 08

   Phosphate Control and Nutrient Reduction

   Phosphates don't hurt swimmers — they feed algae. When removal is worth it.

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9. 09

   ORP and Automation Systems for Monitoring

   What ORP actually measures, how commercial automation reads and responds.

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10. 10

    Seasonal Adjustments (Rain, Heat, Hurricanes)

    Florida's weather swings water chemistry hard. How to adjust by season.

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