Crystal Clear Pool Water, the secret that pool stores don't want you to know!! FIX THIS FIRST...

[@sillentdreamjd8570]

Just to say ty… im 71 yr old lady….have lived alone over 30 yrs….your the first one to break this down so it’s understandable!! This yr this heatwave is unbelievable (i am in Maine)! My pool is sparkling clear and im not spending my pool time cleaning!!! God bless you! 0

[@anna-m7q4i]

Same here, I am 71 and I take care of my pool and this tip saved me a LOT of money! And yes, the pool is sparkling clear and clean.

[@danielorapeleng5928]

Why do you stay alone?

[@kateayvar2621]

@@anna-m7q4i question so you just put the Baking Soda and that’s it ? No shoker?

[@peachykeen838]

Thanks! You explained pool chemicals much more clearly than the lady at my pool store.

[@RobertoGonzalez-gm6iw]

She's trying to up sell

[@melvynross987]

Exactly what I use and do. BAKING SODA IS THE GIFT...ONLY THING I USE with chlorine tabs and granular shock. No other chemicals needed. 😊

[@GuillermoCarbajal-g3b]

Watch your ph as well

[@chrisschulze8081]

Calcium hardness is important for keeping the pool surface in good shape, stabilizer is helpful to keep chlorine in pool longer…

[@billhenry7833]

No, not correct. You also need algaecide and stabilizer, and other chemicals depending on if you have a concrete pool.

[@ripalltrac]

Well you don’t know much about pools

[@ripalltrac]

@@billhenry7833you don’t know what your talking about

[@delmariestevens5896]

He is right on that, I have been using just baking soda, shock and chlorine tablet in my pool..

[@swaptrex]

What’s your stabilizer? Hope it’s not above 100… from the tabs.

[@davebryant8050]

@@swaptrex Tabs have very little stabiizer in them. You're just wasting chlorine if you aren't using a stabilizer It's $30 a year, don't cheap out

[@taralynnfaggon4571]

that is not true. I ended up having to dump half a pool only using stabilized tablets because the cya/ STABILIZER was to high and locked up the chlorine. went to a salt chlorine generator, no more excessive cya. Don’t add baking soda either. just acid to lower PH. I can go weeks on vacation and not worry about a green pool even with a high ph and low alkalinity.

[@boardgame.oclock]

What's shock?

[@BlueDevil1986]

Just had to come back to like and comment. What a lifesaver this video was. I have fought with trying to figure my pool chemicals out for YEARS, not knowing that there was such a cheap and easy solution. Thank you so much! And a GIANT middle finger to the pool supply places trying to sell you all this overpriced BS that you don’t need. My pool was dark green two days ago. Spent $20 on a couple 10 lb bags of baking soda at Home Depot, and bought a few 1 gallon jugs of liquid chlorine from Walmart for $5 each to shock the pool. Cleaned my filters a couple times. BAM! Nailed it! Opened the blinds to a crystal clear pool in my back yard this morning!! Incredible.

[@JoseMendoza-gq1bx]

Solid tips without the BS. You got yourself a sub good sir.

[@ErnieHeyek]

Pool guy here and I love that you talk about pool stores selling things people don't necessarily need!! They are in business to sell products. I tell all my customers to never step foot in a store unless they tell me first! haha Baking soda and Borax are my go to!!

[@CRN8091]

What does the borax do?.

[@ErnieHeyek]

@@CRN8091 It does a couple things. First, it will raise your pH without affecting TA so you don't get that yoyo effect. Second, it works as an algaestat meaning algae can't grow in a pool with borates in it. It does not kill it, just prevents growth. Boric acid is another option that pool stores sell in bulk.

[@ErnieHeyek]

OH! And let's not forget it will leave the skin silky soft.... for all those women out there!! haha

[@cherylhenderson9753]

Thank you !! My pool is so clear now !

[@franciscosmithcartright6106]

I’m in Abington, Ma From the button on my heart and the family, THANK YOU. A MILLION TIMES, THANK YOU. This is the info that EVERY pool owner should know but aren’t told so pool place people. Much love, stay bless.

[@nextleveldiy]

Glad I could help!!!

[@claudemaassen2963]

People who own pools have known this for quite a while. I have used this for a few years now and you can be sure that it is the reason why baking soda prices have more than doubled in the last year

[@GirlArmy21]

I was having major issues with algae this year..lots of wash-off from the pavers, etc....lots of torrential rainfalls....I would chlorinate and shock my pool because it would turn green fast. It felt like so much more work this year than most years. I didn't know it could be the alkalinity. Thanks so much. I was doing it out of sequence. Much better.

[@nextleveldiy]

so glad I could help!!

[@Dave-h4r]

It's been a big issue this year. A lot of my pools got hit with mustard algae even though their levels are in optimum range.

[@mtc5583]

Thank you for being an honest one! This works and my pool is incredibly clear, ready for swim season and more importantly the water is balanced!

[@nextleveldiy]

Very happy to hear it helped you!

[@BOSSwky]

Thank you for the explanation…. I’ve had a pool for 20 years and I still can’t get it to stay clear and balance right….. I’m gonna try your tip and I’ll report back on how it done…. Pool places only want your money and I’m not throwing money away on nonsense bull crap chemicals that I don’t need…. Single mom life = very tight budget. Thank you again for the tip… I’ll post as soon as i try this and see what it does for me 😊

[@clayramsey019]

@@BOSSwky keep a eye on your Ph it’s not a special trick . It’s one of the things you want to keep balanced. Alkaline, sodium bicarbonate,/( baking soda )

[@javiermora559]

Thanks for the tip, was wondering why my pool shock wasnt doing its job

[@jamesb5863]

Additional tip to save even more, check the price of the baking soda at the cleaning stuff isle vs the baking soda labeled “pool” in the pool isle. What I’ve found (at say Walmart) that the big box of Arm and Hammer baking soda in the cleaning isle was cheaper per pound than the Arm and Hammer baking soda in the pool isle.

[@karenroy9045]

Thank you for this advice. My pool was green opening it. Did what you s😮at and it is now crystal clear. Thank you for sharing!!

[@nextleveldiy]

Glad it helped!

[@danielodonnell6334]

My pool is green now going to do this tomorrow

[@darkstranger777]

I work for arm and hammer and I approve this message

[@Lonesome_Loser]

I work for hammer arms and approve this comment.

[@desireeray4765]

😂 good one

[@gereneschendel6145]

Except the aluminum in the product is not good!

[@caphillres]

@@gereneschendel6145 Aluminum is what product? Baking soda? It's sodium bicarbonate, a fixed chemical. There's no aluminum. You could be thinking about baking powder which has leavening agents added that could contain a salt of aluminum.

[@JDOwens-wn2lt]

😂😂

[@habebewallah]

Your the only one who explained this so well. I saw the pool guy use the same bag of Baking soda as you and I bought it too. I only had to use one bag per swim season. And never needed the pool guy but this season, it has been a headache with algea, cloudy water and this expensive pool shock never seemed to do the job! Thank you!!

[@richardcaballero1704]

And that's why you need a pool guy. Or good knowledge of pools and chemistry. You can't do too much of one chemical. I always run into this with DIYers

[@deborahmoore4609]

Thank you for your honesty

[@lovennappiness4355]

I Love Baking Soda!!! Now I love it even more... since I can use it in my pool!!! Thank you so much for this information!

[@markgreen1215]

So how much do you use? Do replace shock with baking soda or still use shock? Pools are a ROYAL pain in the ass to keep clean for longer than a day! I have no luck at all with pools! Bout to hire a pool guy I guess

[@mariabrown5348]

I have been doing this for the last 2 years and it works like a charm

[@PappyNet01]

Thanks for reminding me about the Baking Soda - I used this in the past and I still have one of those unopened ~ 12-lb bag. The heat has really made it harder to keeping the swimming pool tip-top-shape!

[@nextleveldiy]

You are so welcome!

[@dogsarefun2]

once you have alkalinity correct, it remains the same unless you get alot of rain.....

[@PappyNet01]

@@dogsarefun2 Thanks, we were on the threshold of a drought declaration, but lately we have a lot of rain that I cannot keep the swimming pool clear. Besides the rain the heat and humidity envelopes you as soon as you step outside.

[@PappyNet01]

Well, I looked at swimming pool and the water was yellowish/greenish - most likely the dead algae. We have had a lot of rain and when it isn't raining it is HOT and HUMID! I might have to try vacuum the swimming pool again, but that is a real challenge because I do not have skimmer vacuum plate - I just shoved the hose down the pipe. I did my first vacuum in nearly 5 years a couple of weeks ago. I removed the equipment that has been stowed in the cedar chest for a couple of years. The suction head may be salvageable if I can get replacement wheels and bearings, but that will be a pain. The swimming pool vacuum hoses are mostly intact, the swimming pool vacuum cannister - Wesson - appeared intact and without any cracks in the plastic housing. I used a suction head that is basically a triangular brush with maybe 30-feet of good vacuum hose line. I had a successful first vacuum with old equipment that I pieced together. Early this evening I did my usual swimming pool cleaning method: Step 0; Rinse the pool deck free of debris Step 1; Checked and emptied the skimmer basket free of debris and leaves Step 2; Brushed the floor and walls of the swimming pool Step 3; Checked the Chlorinating Tablet Floater it has tablets Step 4; Performed a full cycle cleaning of the swimming pool plumbing system; backwash, rinse and return to filtration Step 5; Added water to the swimming pool to account for the backwash and evaporation Usually I am just adding shock and liquid chlorine at different times on different days. In the past when the pool has gotten to this condition it usually tested to add approximately 20lbs to 35lbs of calcium Step 6; Added eight ounces-(8-oz) of Arm & Hammer Baking Soda to balance the swimming pool ie., clear up the water by lowering the alkalinity or raising the ph - I am eyeballing it because I have not tested the swimming pool in months!

[@dogsarefun2]

@@PappyNet01 get test strips, get alkalinity correct.... not knowing size of your pool... I use a floater chorine dispenser and keep it full with the hockey puck size tablets.... Clorox Pool & Spa Green Algae Eliminator2 to keep it clear free of algae... the copper in this product kills any algae and will prevent it from starting.

[@patrickstrack9110]

Been doing this for years. It works.

[@markgreen1215]

I did it once it turned my pool dark green I shocked it got back but it’s not clear it’s cloudy so idk I’m afraid to try it again

[@HH-qj1ik]

Hi my friend am buying new house with the brand new pool , please if you can help me what type of chemical I need for the pool .

[@lisamariejg641]

Thank you! I found another channel where muriatic acid was suggested. I did your routine & it worked great!! But it was cloudy the very next day 😭 It’s a tiny pool ~ 12x3 but after working in the yard I need my little pool! So I’ll keep trying. P.S. Love the accent 😃

[@theeDameAlexander510]

Nice clip”👍🏽 So I thank you my man , I’m a new home owner & my own pool guy. I was cloudy for weeks, seen your video got two bags of soda & now we’re pool ready again 💯 ( thank you )🙏🏽

[@nextleveldiy]

That is awesome!

[@gr82bloved43]

you rock! thank you ....its hard to find an honest pool guy ;-)

[@nextleveldiy]

I appreciate that!

[@Christopher-lr9je]

This video summed up everything I learned in10 years of pool care. Alkalinity level is very important and can be a little difficult to achieve compared to other chemicals. Shock is easy just add it to your pool 1 lb to 8,000 to 10,000 gallons. Add most definitely "Stabilizer", its sort of expensive but added it helps maintain these levels without the sun burning off everything. Its well worth it in the long run. Every summer I have to relearn these steps again. TY Great Video!! PS most shocks will give you the PH level you need when added to a proper level Alkalinity pool.

[@benniea2558]

Nice 👌 I feel lucky my water management has been easy always easy just using clear balance with chlorine...im always looking for more advice great video...

[@ChadLitsch]

This guy is exactly right everything is spot on

[@denniskean183]

You are the only guy with the right advice on that. I stumbled into that solution on my own, but now I know why it works! This is excellent advice. Thanks! Here is another tip for everyone's benefit. If you keep adding cyanuric acid, and it always reads low, you are low on Calcium Chloride. Raise Calcium Chloride and you may discover that you have plenty or even too much cyanuric acid.

[@corymacneil3206]

Thank you! Can't wait to rry this. I've been throwing a lot of money at the pool this year and finally discovered the Alkalinity was super low!

[@wareairaviationservicesllc4933]

Great simple video. thanks

[@rogerbpugh2293]

I just seen this product at Walmart today I will be saving money this year. Thank You

[@MrMightyTrice]

It’s the same price.

[@bonniebooth8373]

Thanks for the tip!! We bought a house that already had a inground pool!! So much to learn!! Pool stores some of them- only want to sell me more chemicals:( New sub here too)

[@davidboland7039]

You're right, they don't have to come fix what you thought was supposed to be the dosage because they sold you stuff you had no idea what it's purpose was. I'm a pool pro and balanced is your key word and keeping it that way.

[@VIPPoolsandSpas]

Very good video. Telling the truth on where to save money.

[@thisguy9919]

Thanks bro! Much appreciated!

[@ryszardkarpiuk5438]

👍👍👍Thank you because they always looking for you spending a fortune to have the pool ready

[@Youno954]

Works every time!!! Thank you😊

[@earlhosey2713]

Thank you I have tried this with a green pool and this stuff really work my pool water is a 100% clear

[@jagdishkrishnamurthy4867]

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[@karlagalindo6090]

Is this the only thing you need to keep a pool clean ? Or what else should I buy besides baking soda ?

[@cfoz8612]

100%… a friend of mine turned me on to arm and hammer clear balance tabs. Been using them for the past 2 years and they work amazing. Along with proper chlorine levels is all you need

[@bryanperez7203]

Good Advice Brother I'll try it and sounds really cheap

[@relaxingvideos322]

Thank you !! neighbor's pool is so clear now !

[@relaxingvideos322]

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[@reyjalpeno]

Hi! Thanks for the video! Any idea what to do if alkalinity is too high? Thanks for any tips...

[@SilverPsycho5150]

Thank you for that much appreciated❤

[@kevinlucas8437]

Good advice !!!! We use test strips, and alkalinity and ph are key !!!

[@davidboland7039]

Well done but don't add granular shock around your pool like baking soda, you'll slowly be bleaching the crease or your liner down below. Mix it in water first if you can't put a pound at a time in a skimmer.

[@brianmacintire3064]

Or brush the pool after as you are supposed to after adding granular shock.

[@taralynnfaggon4571]

what if they don’t have a pool brush? Or time to brush the pool. Or just visually want to make sure no granular chlorine is sitting on an expensive liner. mixing it is the safest way.

[@brianvalentas1121]

Man. I was going crazy, it was the first time dealing with this. I switched he'd to the pucks that go in the floaters. It was enough my, chlorine levels dropped to 0. Thank you🙏🙏🤛

[@Katkattarotandparanormal]

Do you need this if you have a salt water pump?

[@mcgregor6274]

Speaking with 40 years experience I’ll say that ph and alkalinity are critical to proper sanitation of a pool. Baking soda will indeed work to raise total alkalinity. That said, it’s simply not true that pool store alkalinity increaser is exactly the same as baking soda. It’s purified so you’re not adding minerals and metals to the water that will interfere with the sanitation process (household baking soda is not) and when at high enough levels will cause staining plus it’s hydrogenated so it will give more impact per pound. I’ll add you need to test water at least once a year for water hardness or calcium levels, phosphorus, copper and iron especially if it’s present in your source water. $.02

[@byrongalloway629]

What should i do for stains on the bottom

[@BenState]

Please explain how NaHCO3 can be hydrogenated in a solid form? Also please explain how food grade sodium bicarbonate would be less refined than the pool version. I'll wait.

[@shanabanna4810]

Thanks ! I believe I’ve been doing it all wrong as in shocking my pool and cleaning it before checking levels

[@nextleveldiy]

technically shock will not work unless your alkalinity and PH are in range

[@pammiestewart1419]

Umm what is shocking the pool mean

[@kelm1123]

​@@pammiestewart1419means putting in lots of chlorine to shock the water after heavy use like a pool party.

[@taralynnfaggon4571]

Technically people just are not using the right amount chlorine to keep a steadily high enough level for a long enough time to kill the algae and oxidize burn off the combined chlorine levels. when chlorine level drops below the shock level within hours, and they wait till night time to add more chlorine is prolonging the process. Technically there is a sweet spot where chlorine is at peek effectiveness, One can still clear a green pool with those two things out of range. Now high cya/ stabilizer you will not be clearing that green pool .

[@mikeswenson6613]

Great video. We've had our 15 x 30 above ground pool for 28 years. Our NW season is June -thru- mid September. We keep it heated at 86F. Use a RayPak 155,00 BTU htr and my special designed solar heating system. Replaced liner twice . .1 1/2HP Hayward pump once. Use sand filter. Best thing we ever invested in.

[@KubieQ]

If you have a saltwater pool…this is not needed. You just need to check your salt levels…and add more salt. I found the balance sweet spot of 3500 ppm of salt which keeps the water easy to maintain. Mostly just need to check stabilizer and chlorine levels. And twice a year I check for phosphates.

[@_mysilentblue2227]

You might want to keep an eye on your hardness too because if your water is to "scaling" it will shorten the lifespan of your electrode. Hardness/Alkalinity to low it will erode the pool surface, basically trying to find neutral by extracting the calcium from the pools surface. (This is all referencing concrete pools)

[@Abigail3223]

Costco has these huge bags on the baking aisle year round fyi!

[@Greenfield5150]

Pool store guy here checking in.

[@trainguy9973]

😂

[@bigcheese467]

Do NOT watch this video

[@mycreations318]

Wow, this is some great advice. Thank you so much for sharing. Had a pool years ago and was thinking of getting another one so this is really great information.

[@Sibusiso6]

Thank you its spring in south africa and you've saved me alot of money

[@sharirobinson5615]

Thank you, I have spent to much money at the pool store already.

[@nextleveldiy]

Glad I could help

[@jw8560]

Excellent video!! I knew baking soda was key!!

[@Dani-it5sy]

Alkalinity, is that what some might call 'stabilizer'? I have a test kit with 3 tests. Chlorine, PH and Stabilizer 🧐

[@DesertGeezers]

Very clear explanation...thank you !

[@ninamorris2724]

Well this guy can come and clean my pool any day 😂😂😊

[@donnadouglas8069]

Does this work for above ground pool.

[@chihuahuaverde425]

Thanks for the interesting video.

[@diannedamaral]

Yep baking soda and borax best stuff to use to keep ph and alkaline levels perfect. I have a salt water pool once it’s all stable perfect summer without adding anything but salt. 😊👍

[@katrinawolff5251]

If you don't mind my asking, how do you normally care for your saltwater pool? We are trying to learn how to maintain the one we have.

[@diannedamaral]

@@katrinawolff5251 I shock it when we open it I use borax and baking soda to maintain my ph and alkaline levels and a clarifier only when we open it. Put in 2 bags of pool salt and let pool run for 3 days straight backwash so many hours and rinse that’s it. I check my pool levels once a week I don’t use anything else after the shock and it’s cleared up. I add salt if I need to because the ppm is low or we have had to many ppl in pool. I did buy a pool ionizer solar powered Amazon carries it. Best thing we got last year my salt levels were perfect all summer. Borax and baking soda only if levels go off. Once you have ph and alkaline in check it really is simple to keep clear. The ionizer is made of a copper pipe in it. Prevents any algae growing in pool. Good luck.

[@JDDD33]

Good video. But ive read that if you add baking soda (alkalinity) you also raise the ph levels making the pool more "base", so after using baking soda, you may need to drop the ph else chlorine doesnt work as it should

[@nextleveldiy]

It is possible that the PH also goes up a little, but rule of thumb is to fix your alkalinity first before fixing you PH. If you try fixing your PH and then fix alkalinity, you will be fighting an uphill battle. Ph fluctuates more frequently so having it a little high to start is ok, it will drop on its own.

[@JDDD33]

@@nextleveldiy thanks mate

[@gmxhealthcare8084]

@@nextleveldiy

[@fangorn1000]

Thanks for sharing. Good informations

[@imatter4619]

Awesome video. My pool guy sucks and i work to much to do it myself so im training my 13 year old to do it.

[@thebluewolf_25]

tysm 😁

[@Keep-on-ok]

My test strips have expired. Thanks for the reminder!

[@talmage_ur]

If you are not a Costco member, you can go to Bulk Barn and buy baking soda in bulk. Thank you for this knowledge. Right on.

[@nextleveldiy]

Thanks for the info!

[@tonyhernandez6101]

Thanks for the info

[@andrewmoore8819]

Pro tip: put it in your net and drag it around. None will sit on pool floor 👍

[@amypletcher4411]

Put it in your Net? Where is that?

[@eilbron]

​@@amypletcher4411you dont have a hand helf pool net to clean your pool?

[@WeShootBack1776]

​@amypletcher4411 😂 he meant put the baking soda in the pool net 😂😂😂😂to distribute it so it doesn't lay on the pool floor

[@Daks503]

why not just brush it? or just add it slowly in front of ur return.

[@Christopher-lr9je]

Most definitely!!!!

[@jasonvautour4999]

Thanks for the great tips!

[@KensGarage1]

Very smart and helpful video.

[@dennisdethloff7467]

Been using baking soda for 30 years

[@kennyg572]

woooow w straight forward , plain and simple and u r rightttttttttt

[@javierfelix8353]

Great tip for home owners thanks 👍🙂🍺🍺🍺🍺

[@chatwithaninja]

Heck yeah bro. I have a 44000 gallon in ground vinyl that I've converted to salt. I totally forgot about AK this year for some reason. Thanks for the reminder!

[@Estoyaca]

Can you please add a list of all products needed to keep a pool clean? I just bought a pool for my daughter and have no idea what I am doing. From what I’m learning I need: 1) baking soda 2) chlorine tabs 3) granular shock 4) test strips ( what are the ranges needed for both alkalinity and ph) What is the difference between 3) and 4)? Are both needed or only one?

[@augustbeach824]

Thank-you! Wish I saw this seven years ago. I also wish I paid more attention in organic chemistry!

[@jianpoxon102]

Can I use baking soda in salt water pool ?

[@dianee4038]

Thank you, this was very thoughtful and informative of you. I don't have a pool, but if I ever get one I'll be wiser thanks to you.

[@antareschen4451]

But it will increase the calcium hardness. My pool in Phoenix always has high hardness issue

[@HWPO-Naz]

Thanks so much for this tip

[@TheRoom2Breathe]

I fuqqin ❤ it!! Y’all have given me some Gr8 ideas!!!

[@gixxiepixxie2475]

Does this work with saltwater pools too?

[@nextleveldiy]

From what I gather, yes

[@mikeneumann4660]

Thanks for your good knowledge and honesty, sir. You are great American.

[@nextleveldiy]

I appreciate that!

[@TheLeoGuido]

I just saw your video - thanks for the tip about the Baking Soda!! I have a 330 gallon beautiful water fountain in my yard that has brand new tile. How can I know how much baking soda I need to add? This is the 4th time we replace the tile because of the hard water boil up. THANK YOU!!!

[@lethalsmile5119]

I’m am a pool store to just so you know! Do not try to balance alk until the water is around 70 degrees as well it changes as it warms up! Having more acidic water with slightly aggressive chlorine will flip water in 2 days open cold too that way it’s clear running the pump is cheeper then buying all the chemicals!

[@lilliananderson1986]

The pool store looked at me funny when I said I was using the big bag baking soda. He quickly started talking about my phosphate levels. Although I was using phos free plus once a week. 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@nextleveldiy]

they always want to upsell you on expensive products!!

[@bobtorres7949]

Good job of telling him , I have funny feeling he did try & Store pool too see if it works also try Mr.Clean white sponge in your water intake big skimmer takes all your algae alway helps your pool

[@leonslife]

Thank you good brother

[@Pretear521]

Would this also work with a hot tub? I have an inflatable hot tub, I do have that same Baking soda just don't know if it would be too strong for the hot tub.

[@DaveTinNY]

Excellent tip! My problem is the Alkalinity and pH, hardness are HIGH in my inground pool. The pool is very clear and blue for what it's worth. Any advice is welcomed. Thanks!

[@bingnowtv]

Exactly what I needed. Thank You, Very Nice!! new sub. appreciate the video 👍

[@JacobMireles]

Can you use this with a saltwater filter and chlorinator?

[@sherrylwalker9344]

Been using this also as needed but grew up with a pool so unless I go vaca I have no.problem

[@rockyesterline7942]

How often do you put in baking soda

[@ozzman530]

While this is true, I'd be curious to know what your recommended number is for the alkalinity reading. I already use the drop testing, and I've been keeping my pool between 80 -90. The middle of the road on the test strips looks like 120ish.